This place is beautiful. From the street it very unassuming but it has the capacity to be on the Atlanta "it" list. This is not your run of the mill tex mex resturant. This mezcaleria feels very authentic. My party of three came for a girls night and we didn't try everything on the menu (because you need a waiter to explain it or Google to clarify unknown ingredients). We had a couple rounds of drinks and enjoyed the amazing service. Parking in the garage is validated upon entry for 3hrs. Dont pay to park!!! read more

I recently visited on Cinco de Mayo and had a very disappointing experience overall. The hostess was polite and seated us promptly, which was a great start. Unfortunately, the rest of the evening quickly went downhill. The music was extremely loud -- so loud that I had to practically yell across the table just to have a conversation with my date, even though we were sitting only a couple of feet apart. Service was also very poor. After being seated, we waited nearly five minutes before anyone acknowledged that we still hadn't been greeted by a server. Once the waitress finally came over, we placed a simple order right away: one appetizer, two drinks, and five tacos. Shortly after taking our order, she returned and asked us to repeat everything because she hadn't written it down. When the appetizer arrived, we still didn't have utensils or napkins, so I had to get up and ask for them myself. Our drinks didn't arrive until we were almost finished with the appetizer. At that point, expecting our tacos to come out soon, we ordered two more drinks. After waiting quite a while longer, I asked the waitress how much longer the tacos would take, and she simply said the kitchen was busy. About 30 minutes later, a server finally brought food out from the kitchen -- but it turned out to be for the table next to us, even though they had been seated roughly 30 minutes after we arrived. The other table recognized the order and had to ask us to hand over the plates. At that point, we decided to cut our losses and asked for the check so we could pay for the drinks and appetizer and leave. Unfortunately, we left still hungry, and the evening ended with a very frustrated date and a completely disappointing dining experience. read more

This is a beautiful restaurant we'd been to twice now, the first time a few years ago and the most recent was last month. Both were good experiences with solid food, albeit a bit pricey for what you get. This last time, we were meeting our friends coming from Midtown... they ended up being an hour late due to street closures, and the restaurant did not give us a hard time at all for taking up a table... most likely because the place was largely dead in the peak of dinner on a Saturday night. Our first visit I remember it being packed and bustling, so not sure what is causing the decline. This time, our server disappeared several times. We enjoyed the complimentary spiced chicharrons and sipped on cocktails while we waited for our friends. Mine tasted like a watered down espresso martini. For the four of us, we ordered five dishes to share, which left us full: -tostada de atun macha (raw tuna) -croquetas costa esmeralda (seafood and risotto croquettes--this was our favorite!) -mejillones a la maximiliana (mussels, scallops, octopus) -tacos el guerito (three flank steak tacos) -pulpo en pipian madre (charred octopus) We split two desserts but there was some confusion with the order and whether they had the popcorn ice cream. Parking in the attached garage is validated which is a big bonus for the area. I'd recommend this restaurant for a fun date night but I think you can get comparably good Mexican food for way cheaper elsewhere. read more

Came here on a whim with a friend--the two of us wanting a quick bite and a drink. Pata Negra is found on the bottom floor of an apartment building which can be tricky to find if you're not familiar with the layout. We made our way inside, validated our parking then got straight to ordering. We started with the tequila flight which came with bite size pieces of chocolate, cheese, and guava--all of which paired nicely with each taster. I ordered the tuna tostada which was incredibly flavorful and a ceviche (I forgot what it's called on the menu) and it was equally as delicious. My friend and I both left happy and will definitely be back read more

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Came here on a Thursday night to try this place and it was small! I have always driven by this place so we decided to come check it out and it was small but cute. The door was hard to find as an entrance, I believe they share the residential building so we came in through the patio. Service was great and there wasn't a wait so we just grabbed a seat at the bar. Based on the bartenders recommendations we started with some drinks and my friend grabbed the passion fruit drink with mezcal and I grabbed their signature "Pata negra" that had sage and palo santo and some lemon. It was delicious but very Smokey and mezcal flavored so I switched with my friend since hers wasn't as Smokey. The ceviche was good, pretty spicy and our bartender/server was very attentive. Overall, wonderful date spot and good food, I will definitely be back to try their dinner! read more

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Came here on a Thursday evening. I didn't have a reservation but the staff found a table for my group. I absolutely loved my food. I told my server I wanted steak and he reccomended the Aguachile de carne. I would definitely come back for that. read more

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Been coming here for 6 months now but confused because every time I come in, Iam the only one there. I think the owner really has some stuff to figure out. The have great food , good drinks etc, but are always dead slow. If you're a guy looking to enjoy some scenery while kicking back, this isn't the place for you. Usually very heavy on the male employees which is nuts given their location, vibe etc. Not sure how much longer I'll be going there just to have a $200 plus dollar bill and no excitement with my experience. read more

Pata Negra is located in the Arya building on Peachtree rd. When you arrive, give the hostess your tag number to have your parking validated. This establishment is very beautiful. The ambience is dark and upscale. I made reservations, but they weren't needed. It was mostly empty at 7 on a Friday. I started off with a conquistadora. I swapped out the mezcal for tequila and it was delicious. To eat, I got the croquettas that contained crab and shrimp, fish tacos and a side of rice. The croquettas were absolutely delectable! I was a bit disappointed with the fish tacos. They had the consistency of frozen fish sticks and the fish itself was bland. The toppings were good though. The side of rice was also bland. While the service was nice and I enjoyed myself overall, I was disappointed by the lack of flavor in some of the dishes. read more

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Visited here for dinner with my girlfriend. The service was great. Loved the ambiance. The food was pretty good. We had the guacamole and salsa with homemade tortillas and croquettas to start. For entree, I had the poblano pollo which was very good! Drinks were also tasty, had the pata negra. It was quite sour, lemony but they were able to sweeten it a bit and it was good! read more

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Excellent and thorough tequila and mezcal list, well- balanced cocktails, fresh and huge guacamole, really good mole (I rarely like mole), and kind servers. Weird location but why isn't this place busier? Bring your family, bring your friends read more

My friend recommended this spot for lunch and it is so good! I will definitely be back. Reservations: Unbeknownst to me, my friend made a reservation but I got there before here and grabbed a table. I got seated immediately. I can see this place being popular for dinner, so would suggest making reservations if planning to come later in the day. Parking: There is a garage with ample parking AND it's validated! Make sure to grab your license plate number before walking in because you'll need to input it into the kiosk at the hostess stand for validation. Food: Oh. My. Gosh. The food here is so flavorful. We ordered chips and queso to start and we could not stop eating that. I ordered the Tacos Arabesque, which were the most delicious chicken tacos. My friends ordered the Poblanas de Pollo, which was equally delicious (I sampled theirs) and its chicken enchiladas. I was going to get that but wasn't sure about the spice level. It wasn't too spicy and that's what I'm getting next time I go back! Drinks: We all ordered the Dahlia, but two of us weren't drinking so they were able to make that into a mocktail for us. So tasty and refreshing. I'm not sure I'll venture away from that drink because I liked it so much! Vibe: The staff is so friendly and welcoming. They are happy to assist with recommendations. Our host and waiter was Tomas, and shoutout to him - he's great! The atmosphere indoors is giving dark and sexy. They do have outdoor seating as well, but it is right next to the street so might be a bit loud with the cars driving by. All in all, really enjoyed my time here and looking forward to my next visit! read more

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The food was very unique and the service was great. When we came in, the music was either not on, very low volume, or not evenly spaced throughout which sort of made it awkward coming in. Our favorite items on the menu were the ceviche, croquetas, tacos, and enchiladas. I would also suggest a rechargeable table lamp as our table was located in a very dark portion of the restaurant and we weren't able to see our food very well. read more

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The food was fantastic Ambience is pretty Service was average We went for a couples double date It would be an incredible if service was just as good read more

The ambiance of this place is very romantic great for a date and the servers were very nice. They accommodate parking. The food was fast and tasted amazing and fresh read more

Pata Negra - Mexican Near Me - Atlanta, Georgia

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The food was great and came out quickly. The drinks were VERY strong! Service was good and our waitress was very kind and attentive to us.

First time I went to this place and didn't even know about it. The food was exceptional and the service and ambience were cozy and friendly. I can't believe they've been here for two years and I didn't know about them and I can't wait to go back I had the scallop risotto and the tuna tostada to start and amazing flavors. read more

The presentation was great. The food was good, but nothing wowing and worth 5 stars to me. And factoring in the price puts my review at a solid 4 stars. They had complimentary chicharrones for the table to share. It was tasty and crunchy but nothing spectacular to call out. The table shared the oro verde guacamole ($18), salsa huasteca ($6), and I believe also the panucho de cochinita pibil ($27). These were good and some more unique than others (the latter), but is it worth the price to portion ratio -- look at my pictures for reference sizes??? The hubs had the sopa del dia ($12) and aguachile de carne encenizado ($30). His soup was a rather watery, green soup with chicken chunks and potato/starchy bites. It was good, but I don't think we'd get it again. The main dish was interesting in its taste appeal and flavor. This was something quite unique and pretty worth the price ish. The beef was tender with the portobello tasting delicious. The habero ashes (really black sauce) everything sat upon was a creative endeavor by the chef. I still can't pinpoint what exactly it is or how to really describe it. I had the temporada de lluvias ($38). The scallops were scrumptious and so tasty with the flavors of the risotto. The risotto itself was interesting. It was huitlacoche to be specific, and I really dug the flavors and unique ingredients. The risotto was rich in flavors and had corn, mushrooms, and other tidbits that came together really well. For dessert, we all shared the dama nocturna ($15). The ice cream, mousse, cake, etc. all worked so well together to play on fun textures, flavors, and sensations. Some of the portion sizes were a wee bit on the tiny side. Like the chocolate cake thingy (dessert) was greatly presented and tasted amazing, but it was on the smaller side. Park in the Arya (upscale apartment) parking structure. The restaurant validates parking for up to 3 hours. read more

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A wonderful intimate and tasty option in Atlanta. The food is authentic and inventive without being over-engineered, and though the menu isn't large it has enough options to fit most tastes. Every dish our group tried was cooked to perfection. The service was superb as well with numerous wait staff ensuring our small group had everything we needed. Our drinks never went dry, food was delivered promptly and the staff answered all of our questions about the menu. The ambiance is great for an intimate date night or a small team dinner (which was our occasion) It is a little higher on the price scale but reasonable given the service and quality. read more

Pata Negra - Mexican Near Me - Atlanta, Georgia

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What a fun new place with authentic food from Jalisco, Mexico. The restaurant is decorated in a very moody way, with dim lighting and an interesting mix of music. The service was great, and the manager came to check on us several times. The food is hard to predict from the menu, but the Tlayuda de Piedad was like a pizza with black bean paste sauce with different veggies in every bite. The chef's special salad was an arugula salad with citrus that was perfection. I'm not an enchilada person usually, but the poblanos de pollo were really good and the crema was so fresh. We loved our cocktails (La Tapatia, spicy, and Pata Negra). The garage parking is validated and the restaurant is inside the entrance for the apartment complex. They have a patio, but it's right on Peachtree, so it's very loud out there with cars whizzing by. read more

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Second time enjoying the brunch here. Excellent, fresh food made from scratch, quality ingredients. Great service and ambience. read more

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One of the best new restaurants in Atlanta for sure!!! Pata negra is such a beautiful spot with fantastic food. They validate parking as well which is a huge plus! We had a pretty large group come in for dinner but the service was great and fast. The drinks came in mini cauldrons which was super cute! I didn't try any when I went, but my friends who did all said they liked them. I had the aguachile de carne for dinner and I really enjoyed how the meat was cooked and the sauce. The enchiladas were also pretty decent, but I don't think mole is really my thing. I then had a dessert that was chocolate, passion fruit, and guava and it was pretty good too! Overall I'd definitely come back for a nice date night or girls night, and the only con I can think of is it was a bit expensive for the portions. But other than that, pata negra was fantastic and is a strong early contender for top spots of 2024! read more

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Had a lovely night at Pata Negra! There were 4 of us and we each tried a different dish. This time I tried the scallops and they are delicious!! Branzino is still yummy. Also got the guacamole and it was good, needs a bit more jazz to it. Good drinks - bartender knows his stuff. Very good food and nice vibes. I want this place to take off. I'll be back. read more

This is among the freshest concepts and best execution for a new restaurant in Atlanta! The interior is all black, with interesting, light fixtures, and the bar is absolutely beautiful! The bar decoration actually has the agave above ground and the roots below ground as the decoration across the top. Alex took care of us and it's very clear that he has a strong personal connection to the restaurant, the chef, and the overall vision. David was the manager manager the night we were there, and he was a tremendous host, and likewise connected us with the dishes, and why they are special and what the inspiration was. The chef is preparing dishes that speak to his upbringing and the food that he had. But please don't think about this as being a greasy Mexican place. This is high cuisine with very innovative flavors and sublime execution. I could tell you about what we ordered, and how much I loved each of the dishes, but I would suggest coming in and talking to Alex or David and hearing about the dishes. Even looking at the menu won't do it justice. I will say that the guacamole was excellent And we also started with appetizers that were fantastic especially one which was a flower tortilla with some beans and then chicken that had been marinated for 24 hours and then roasted for three hours with lots of other goodies. The chicken salad was by all accounts. Excellent, we shared a lot of dishes, so we also had the enchiladas with the Molé sauce. I'm from Texas, and this was the best Molé I've ever had. We also had the chicken tacos which were fantastic with lots of fresh items on it. But the really excellent pieces were the steaks, we had both, and they were really well done And super flavorful with sides that were likewise very flavorful. The poblano rice sounds like it would be just rice, but it's delicious and full flavor! This is a five star review you can believe! I'm looking forward to going back with a group of guys to go to the bar and hang out with the bartender learning about the different mezcals. read more

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Make no mistake about it. When you walk in Pata, you instantly feel the upscale tempo. Upon entry, you walk through the lobby of Arya (one of the many mid-rise apartment buildings in Atlanta) and then through the doors of Pata. A parking deck is available and Pata validates, but I'm not certain how much time the validation pays for. As for my visit, my primary intention was to go imbibe upon the finest mezcal. Over the past year or two, I have been learning to enjoy the tones and flavors of mezcal. How to actually drink mezcal and pair it with different food. My first impression of mezcal, probably like most people, was the overpowering smoky aftertaste. But I learned how to use that to my advantage. I took a mezcal flight that set me back $80+, I think it was called Pescador and it included 3 moderate pours of different mezcals. Out of the three, only one really stood out to me - Cuishe. Turns out that's like a $100 bottle for 750ml. But it was absolutely smooth and flavorful. They also offered chocolates and other bite sized pairings with the flight. If I could make a suggestion, give me a taco instead! As far as food, I only snacked. The dinner menu offered guac so I gave that a try and shared an enchilada with my date. Both were good. Overall I was satisfied! read more

Pata Negra - Mexican Near Me - Atlanta, Georgia

Nice ambiance and service. All of our food was delicious except for the guacamole (it was $18 and not worth it). However, the tuna tostadas, chilaquiles, breakfast tacos (chorizo/potato) were all incredible. The horchata was also exceptional. The complimentary chicharrones are a nice touch :) read more

Pata Negra - Mexican Near Me - Atlanta, Georgia

Lunch here featured large portions of delicious food at reasonable prices. The $10 appetizer sampler was nearly lunch for two. Pata Negra takes Atlanta's Mexican dining scene up two notches, giving a sense of what it is like to dine in Mexico City (which is a foodie city.) The outdoor seating is pleasant, and the moody darker interiors look great for evening dining. Service was excellent. Parking was easy and without charge. This is an unsolicited recommendation -- I really liked this restaurant. Certainly one of the best restaurants in South Buckhead/North Midtown. read more

Midtown Upscale Designer Room, Amazing Creative Food and Beverages Mid-town Atlanta location with easy, validated parking the garage attached to the restaurant. Sophisticated modern room with black walls and furniture. Food is exceptional. Margaritas are well done. I agree with the earlier reviewer complaining of the $18 margarita for a small glass. Staff is very professional, well managed and friendly. We enjoyed the unique round and charred chips with roasted salsa. Chicken enchiladas w/rice were excellent, but two is plenty and the third one became monotonous. Ordered side of black beans, which were phenomenal. Some may be aware that their partner restaurant is south of downtown in the Grant Park community, Patria Cocina - ATL. Both locations are terrific and I will continue to patronize both, but Cocina is my favorite with better, slightly larger margaritas and a more festive room with a beautiful outdoor patio and ample parking lot. read more

The 1st time I was there 1 year ago my friends car was broken in. Then today was incredibly bad. Over price drinks. Super disrespectful service, only 2 restrooms. Bad bad racist security, it seems as the worse experience ever. Please never go there! read more

GREAT: Service, ambiance, and selection of tequila and mezcal. BAD: Not enough vegetarian or vegan options. I saw one vegetarian main dish for $25, which was too expensive. And there was a dead scorpion on the cocktail as part of the garnish! GROSS! Why was that not stated on the menu or mentioned by the bartender?? read more

Pata Negra - This cocktail came garnished with a dead scorpion, a real scorpion. It was not stated on the menu! - Mexican Near Me - Atlanta, Georgia

Loved this restaurant, the atamosphere was amazing. The food and the service was always on point. starting from the host , the waiter Luis and the bartender plus the cook flawless. gold star, you guys welcome everybody like they are family, love it thank you read more

Food was mid skin was left on octopus which made it have slimy extra piece on octopus. Glass was left on the floor for longer than 30 minutes. The server also took more than 40 minutes to get our checks together. The ambiance was nice but that was the only thing nice about this restaurant. read more

Pata Negra - Glass on the floor that never got picked up and the server kicked the glass back over to us without coming back to clean it up - Mexican Near Me - Atlanta, Georgia

LOVED everything about this place! The ambience, the service, the food, the drinks! Only thing I will say is it is a littleee pricey but I think they can justify the prices. There are so many delicious options to choose from, here's what I recommend: -Arandina drink -Cuna de piedra drink -aguachile de carne -panucho de cochinita pibil -Rosa negra Parking is also validated in the garage connected! read more

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Went a for an early evening dinner on a Tuesday, and the ambience was lovely. I was quickly greeted at the door by the host that took my reservation as well as let me validate my parking. The host, bartender, as well as my server were superb. I ordered the oro verde guacamole for an appetizer, and the poblanas de pollo for my entree. Both were very tasty, and well balanced with flavor. For drinks, I tried the Dahlia (since I'm not really too found of strong mezcal) and it was very refreshing! My second drink was the Cantera Verde, and the cucumber paired perfectly with the mezcal. Overall a very pleasant experience! read more

Pata Negra - Dahlia cocktail - Mexican Near Me - Atlanta, Georgia

Our group of three enjoyed a perfect Sunday night dinner at Pata Negra a few weeks after it opened. We were delighted across the board by the food, service, cocktails, atmosphere, decor and overall concept. The menu is inspired by the chef and owner's memories of growing up in Jalisco. We started off with the oro verde guacamole with tostadas--delicious. Drinks included La Tapatia, a gorgeous signature cocktail reminiscent of a margarita. All three of our entrees were a hit: the tacos Arabes with chicken and avocado mousse on handmade corn tortillas; poblanas de pollo, three generous enchiladas with chicken and peppers in a velvety sauce; and the aguachile de carne encenizado, tender steak with portobello mushrooms packed with flavor. I can't wait to come back. read more

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The food was fantastic. I got the tlayuda. I've never had grasshopper before so I was excited to try it. The service was nice and attentive. I came with a group of 10+ and the server was able to manage everyone so efficiently. The restaurant was a little dark but it could have been because I was sitting toward the back wall. Overall I would come back for sure. The fact that they also validate parking made the experience very convenient. read more

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My favorite Mexican spot in Atlanta! I'm a bit of a snob when it comes to my food ha and even moreso after spending almost 10 years in LA. The service is amazing and the vibe is super cute for a date or girl's night. Need to try everything on the menu tbh. The branzino is FANTASTIC read more

This restaurant is beautiful and the food is well presented and delicious. We started with the chips and homemade salsa, which was very flavorful and definitely homemade. We all shared the enchiladas, chicken tacos and octopus, all of which were delicious. The drinks are a bit pricy for what you get. The margaritas a well presented, but with one large ice cube which looks cool - it leaves you with about three sips of the actual cocktail...for $18. I'll request regular ice and hopefully a better pour next time. Service is attentive, but tonight someone was hosting a business happy hour in the bar area, which slowed the bar service - our $18 margaritas pretty much arrived after we were more than half way through our meals. All in all, I still give this place pretty much a five star review and will definitely return. read more

Pata Negra - The chicken tacos were authentic Mexican street tacos. - Mexican Near Me - Atlanta, Georgia

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This new restaurant in Atlanta between midtown and buckhead. Close to Piedmont Hospital.and are RThomas. My first visit but I'm already SOLD! I felt like exploring into a newer place for dinner and I ran across Pata Nergo. I ordered the soupa of the day and it was nothing less than exceptional!! Followed by a plate of enchiladas de mole. Also nothing less than exceptional!!.. You need to explore this fine cuisine and amazing environment!!.. enjoy!! read more

Pata Negra - Mescal margarita on the rocks - Mexican Near Me - Atlanta, Georgia

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Ambiance was amazing, great food, great servers and amazing service will definitely be coming back soon!!

This restaurant was an unexpected find. This is soooo much better than what you think of when you think Mexican. This restaurant is creative, Mexican gastronomy at its finest. The food was delicious, the service was spectacular and friendly, and the parking deck makes it easy to get there. It's tucked away in The Aria building and well worth a visit. We will be back for sure! read more

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