I ordered my chicken and waffle to go. It was a little wait. The wait was worth it. The chicken was soft, juicy and well seasoned. The cream cheese on the waffle was delicious, I'm definitely going back. read more

Phyllis - This the chicken and waffle dish. The best I've tasted in Atlanta. The chicken was soft, juicy and well seasoned. I want to go back!! - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Marietta, Georgia

Great food, ambience and location. The staff were very kind and attentive. The food, ambiance, and location are great. The staff was incredibly kind and attentive. read more

Please do not let the menu and atmosphere fool you. This place has horrible customer service!!

Delicious food! Pretty good service. Came here on a Saturday morning and was able to quickly get seated for a party of 4. The shrimp and grits that I ordered were flavorful and filling. One of my friends with me ordered the catfish and grits and they said it was the best grits they had ever tasted. The inside is nicely decorated and there's ample seating and the ability to put tables together. Overall, I definitely recommend and will definitely be back! read more

Phyllis - Creamy Shrimp & Grits - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Marietta, Georgia

First time going here & I will be back because those sweet potato pancakes were FABULOUS the cinnamon butter was a perfect addition. We did the pancakes instead of thr waffles with the fried chicken wings, which were fried to perfect and loved the coating. I added a side of scrambled eggs which cooked have been scrambled a little harder. My friend got a side of greens which she loved, they had a little kick that I wasn't a fan of. But all and all, I will be back and oh yeah the bartender, Trent (I think ) was absolutely great. I didn't like the Sunrise Mimosa so he created a drink for me that was green and it was delicious, I recommend that it get added to the menu especially during the Holidays and call it the Grinch. Go check out Phyllis, you won't be disappointed. read more

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Had a girls brunch here today and the food was great! I had the chicken and waffles. The chicken was very well seasoned and the waffle was fluffy with a nice blueberry compote on the side. Other dishes our party tried were the catfish and grits, sweet potato pancakes and the lobster and waffles. Everyone enjoyed their meals. I'll definitely be back in the future. read more

Phyllis - Chicken & Waffles - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Marietta, Georgia

The reason I'm visiting this website is to learn what their normal operating hours are because I want to invite a few friends to an outing before school resumes in 2 weeks! Anyway I visited Phyllis the evening of May 24th with a group of friend girls. The food was great and the portion sizes were more than I expected. An excellent DJ kept the vibe going until they closed! They close too early! I will return when the DJ is there either a new group of friends! Looking forward read more

Phyllis - People dancing to the DJ's jams at Phyllis - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Marietta, Georgia

What an absolutely delicious experience! The wings and the fried lobster were exquisitely seasoned, crisp and delicious! The sweet potato pancakes were light, fluffy, and scrumptious! We used the cinnamon butter that came with it in between the stacks and then requested spreadable cream cheese frosting for the top. Yum! It is also fantastic. That one can make a reservation, as normally with breakfast places you just have to wait. The staff was lovely and friendly and made great suggestions on what to order based on what we were looking for. The location had bountiful parking and the restaurant itself was light, friendly, and airy. Cannot wait to go back! read more

Phyllis - Fried Lobster, Sweet Potato Pancakes, Fried Wings Whole, - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Marietta, Georgia

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When I first walked in there was no one at the front to put us on the waitlist. I stood there for at least 20 min. So eventually I walked over to the bar to ask if I could just sit there because I was alone. Instead of listening to what I had to say, the woman with locks immediately said 'we're going to get to you' and disregarded me completely. Another woman came up behind her and said yes I can sit at the bar. I then ordered my food and had to wait 40 min to get it. They gave me my pancakes 20 min into the wait with no silverware. I guess they wanted me to eat with my hands. Then I had to ask for the rest of my food for them to start pushing it. I had steak and asked for A1 sauce. The man said I wouldn't need it, so I'm guessing they don't have that. I tried it and I did in fact need it. Then after my food was done, I was ready to pay and leave. I get my bill and I'm trying to figure out why it's so high because they didn't give me an itemized ticket. The woman was acting like it was what I ordered that came up to it and said nothing about the 18% gratuity that was added on. The service was terrible and they really did not deserve the 18% gratuity, and I don't like how it seemed as though she was being sneaky about the forced tip. I won't be back. read more

Phyllis - Steak Skillet - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Marietta, Georgia

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I have wanted to go to Phyllis's for over a year now, so my son and daughter-in-law took the family for my 80th birthday. We had a reservation for 9 people for 10 AM Sunday Aug 10 for 8. First of all, my daughter-in-law wanted a late' and he said he was to busy to make it. The Service was awful some of us ordered cheese scrambled eggs and nobody got cheese. The bacon was not crisp it was soggy, the cheese grits did not taste like there was cheese in them, the butter was not served with breakfast, we had to ask for it the Biscuits were dry and the food was mostly cold by the time we got it. Nobody came to clear the table so my so cleared the plated off of the table. We Had to ask for butter and cream and had to make a point to ask for refills of coffee. I will not be back there. Elinore M. read more

Absolutely Amazing Experience! Food was great! Service was very good. Our server was very friendly and attentive. Great Atmosphere! We had great food and a great time celebrating my birthday. I would highly recommend Phyllis!!! Our only complaint was that they were out of cheesecake. We will get the cheesecake next time! No pics because we ate it all too fast!!! read more

Very impressed! I loved the sweet potato pancakes with cinnamon butter. The collards with turkey were a nice side. I'll come back and try the chili for sure. The building is new, light and bright with good parking. The acoustics are not great so it's hard to come with someone who struggles with hearing. read more

Phyllis - Beautiful build out. - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Marietta, Georgia

Brought my mother out for Sunday brunch and I'm glad this ended up being her selection. The service is great, very friendly staff. The food was great! So great I didn't take a picture because we blessed it and dug right in lol. We ordered the shrimp and catfish combo served over grits in creole sauce and the chicken and waffles and shared. Everything was delicious but that catfish and grits, the best I've ever had! The restaurant is clean and modern, it too small and not too big which I can appreciate. Great spot in Marietta right across from the hospital. read more

We had a great experience with the service and the food was tasty. As soon as we walked in, we noticed that the ambiance was welcoming and there was old school R&B playing which we loved. I had the sweet potato pancakes with chicken sausage and a side of grits. Others in my group had the chicken and waffles, potatoes, and catfish and grits. We enjoyed everything. My only complaint is that they were out of eggs and bacon pretty early on a weekday, but Trent's service was great. He greeted and seated us, took our orders, and had great energy throughout. read more

My friend and I were excited to visit your restaurant. From the beginning, the experience was promising. Our waitress was warm, kind, and attentive. We enjoyed the food, and the overall atmosphere had a relaxed vibe that we both appreciated. Unfortunately, our experience took a disappointing turn toward the end of our visit. As we exited our table to leave, my friend stood first, and I followed closely behind her. At that exact moment, a different waitress, Chantel, was walking past. I was unaware she was behind me and accidentally stepped into her path. The waitress Chantel walked around towards the front of me and said in a very nasty/rude tone, "Excuse me," then rolled her eyes. Feeling taken aback, I stopped her and politely asked if the manager was available. She responded, "Why do you need a manager?" I explained to her that I hadn't realized she was behind me, I apologized for accidentally stepping in her path and expressed that her response was rude and unnecessary. Unfortunately, instead of acknowledging the concern, she became defensive, insisted she hadn't spoken to me in that way, and proceeded to ignite a "back and forth." The waitress, Chantel, then says to me she "doesn't have to be kind towards me because she wasn't serving my table." My response to her was that, as someone working in a service environment, professionalism is important, especially in a setting where guests are paying for both food and hospitality. What she said was so disgusting and hateful. Why have that type of attitude?! When I asked to speak with a manager again, her response was dismissive and inappropriate. She ultimately agreed to get the manager and said, "Excuse me, ma'am" with another eye roll and more attitude. Even as she relayed her version of events to the manager, her tone and demeanor remained unpleasant and disrespectful. I expressed my concerns to the manager, Yolan (spelling may be incorrect), however, she did not seem to genuinely care so I asked to speak with the owner, but she said he wasn't there, when in actuality, he was the man standing next to her while she was speaking to me! After he walks away, she then says I could give you a card, and you can email him. I doubt the incident or the waitress's behavior will be addressed! The waitress Chantel was so unprofessional, nasty, and had a very ugly attitude! I want to emphasize that I wholeheartedly believe in supporting Black-owned businesses and uplifting establishments in the community. However, it is difficult to continue doing so when experiences like this occur, especially when they involve individuals who are directly responsible for serving the customers. My friend and I had planned to return, and we were looking forward to doing so. Sadly, after this experience, we've decided we will not be returning, and I will also be advising others in my network not to visit as well. You never truly know what someone may be going through or carrying in their life, so treating others unkindly can deeply affect them and potentially break their spirit. As someone who does meaningful work with other community partners across the state of Georgia, I firmly believe that kindness, compassion, and respect should be foundational values, especially in any space centered on service. When individuals bring negative energy or hostility into those spaces, it creates barriers and diminishes the quality of the experience for everyone. If someone struggles to extend basic decency to others, it may be worth reconsidering whether a role in customer service is the right fit. I hope this feedback is taken seriously and constructively; the waitress, Chantel, should also be reprimanded. read more

I treated my husband to breakfast at Phyllis to kick off his birthday, and it exceeded all our expectations! The food and drinks were outstanding, and the staff was incredibly attentive, even giving my husband a special birthday shout-out. It was the perfect start to his day! The restaurant was very clean with modern/industrial decor and a great atmosphere with R&B music playing in the background. The free parking lot was a huge plus as well. We enjoyed a couple of sunrise mimosas, my husband ordered the lobster and waffle while I opted for catfish and grits. The dishes were hot, perfectly seasoned, and left us wanting to try everything else on the menu but we were too stuffed! They have so much to choose from. We were thrilled to discover this hidden gem and highly recommend it! Try it for yourself, I promise you won't be disappointed! read more

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I felt that the portions size were not consistent with the pricing. The food tasted great, the ambience.....not great. The best seat is the booth in the corner just to the right of the entrance. Much quieter. I'd go back but I'd stick with appetizers. read more

Stopped in after church for breakfast with the family. Hubby had the shrimp and grits. He loved them and said the grits were creamy and the sauce for the shrimp was flavored just right. He got waffle on the side that was good and just standard Belgium waffle. I had chicken wings that were really good. Fried the way I like and seasoned well. I also had the sweet potato pancakes. They were phenomenal, a nice hint of sweet potato that isn't overpowering. They give you a sweet butter that makes it so you don't really need syrup or much syrup if you use. My daughter had a cheeseburger and fries. She loved the steak fries. She said the burger is good but it's just a regular good ole cheeseburger. Tyler was our server and he was great. Made good recommendations and was attentive. The restaurant was clean and we were greeted as soon as we walked in. Will definitely be back. read more

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I was really excited for a meal that was made like my mom. Every thing was delicious. Pancakes was on point

I get the shrimp and grits at work when they come with FOODA and the dish is delicious! The creole sauce they put on top the creamy smooth grits is beyond amazing! I have yet to try the actual restaurant but it's on my to do list. My only complaint about FOODA is that the entree doesn't come with a side item but u have to pay for it separately. The collard greens are good as well. read more

Today, my family and I had the pleasure of dining at Phillis in Marietta, GA--and I'm pleased to report that the experience was nothing short of outstanding. I ordered the catfish with mac and cheese, while my family enjoyed catfish and grits, biscuits and gravy, and shrimp with potatoes. One of the plates was emptied so fast, I didn't even get a chance to see everything that was on it! That's how you know the food was hitting all the right notes. When we noticed the mac and cheese wasn't piping hot, the owner, Cynthia, came over personally and made sure it was served the way it should be. That level of care and pride in her establishment speaks volumes. I know a little something about running a business, and I can say with confidence that if more owners operated with the same passion and dedication, they'd have longevity and loyal customers for years to come. Now, let's talk about the catfish--hands down, the star of the afternoon. Perfectly seasoned and cooked to perfection. And judging by how quickly the grits disappeared from everyone's plate, they were just as amazing. I'm so glad that my very first visit to the Atlanta area included a stop at Phillis. As they say--now you know. Sincerely, DJ Prince Albert President, Hot Productions read more

We waited over an hour for our food to arrive and ultimately left to go to Waffle House instead once we found out others waited 2 hours for theirs. We Definitely fell for the hype, not sure how this place is still in business read more

We came in on a slow day. We had to give our waitress our order 3 times. She said "the system is having problems" We ordered the catfish sandwich and we got a breakfast sausage on egg croissant. It took 20 more minutes to get the correct meal. Did they discount anything?? Absolutely not. The wrong meal and a shrimp skillet was 43 bucks. STAY AWAY !!!!! read more

My husband and I were in the area and found Phyllis on Yelp. We opted to try it out since it was new and had good reviews. I was also able to make a reservation on Yelp. You can also make one on their website too. However, when we arrived, it wasn't busy at all. Plenty of seating inside with rnb music playing in the background. We were seated right away, but it took a while for a server to provide us with water and obtain our drink orders. Once she approached our table we were able to place our drink order. My husband ordered the coffee old fashioned and I ordered an espresso martini. When our cocktails came out, my husband wasn't a fan of his drink; however, my espresso martini was really good. He mentioned it to the server and she was nice enough to replace it with an espresso martini. For entrees, we ordered the sweet potato pancakes, whole chicken wings, a side of creamy grits, and the breakfast croissant sandwich. The food took awhile to come out, but when we received it, everything was fresh and hot. We thoroughly enjoyed the food and we thought this restaurant has a lot of potential. A few tweaks to the service and I think they will be good to go! If you're in the area, make sure you check them out! read more

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Great service, the food is fantastic . I only wish it was a larger venue. Make reservations!! I would definitely go again, and again.

This is the kind of place that serves food that brings people together. You need more soul food in your life. Loved everything about my experience. 10 stars!!! Gotta try this place! read more

I cannot say enough about this place. I had the grits and catfish. This was amazing. Honestly the best grits( creamy cheese flavorful) and fish I have ever had. The fish was fried and seasoned very well. My family had the breakfast platter which they also said was amazing. Will see you again as well as recommend to my family and friends. read more

The service here is amazing!! Me and my mom had a warm welcome from our server Trent. I got the chicken and waffles which was a 9/10 with cream cheese on the side. My mom got the fish and grits which were a 10/10 the grits were so good and creamy and the catfish was crispy. read more

I came to the Phyllis on a Monday. The food was good. I had the shrimp and grits 9/10 and my husband had the chicken and waffle 7/10. The restaurant is cute, has a full bar great for brunch. It's in a great location with ample parking. Def would come back. The service was 10/10. Food came out quickly and we came in 30 min before close and our server was still 10/10. Def will come back!! read more

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The food was great! I had the shrimp and grits and one of the coffee cocktails everything was great from food to service. Will be returning.

This place was great! I had the lobster for brunch. It was fried! I was skeptical at first but it turned out very good! I'll definitely be back! read more

Place is big and bright inside. Service was great. They were fast and attentive. Shrimp and grits- grits nice cheesy taste and well seasoned. Shrimps cooked nicely. Just which there was some more of that spicy sauce on top to Mia around the grits. Bacon plate was nice bacon cooked very well. Eggs done correctly fried with a gooey yolk. Chicken and waffles. Chicken wings had a light crispy batter. The 3 wings were good size and had good flavor and were juicy. Waffle was light and crispy. Did not need syrup. It was that good. Only knock on the place was the music. Some questionable songs came out like the unedited version of My house by Beyoncé. The second half of the songs gets a bit explicit. Not really something I need my kids to hear. read more

I absolutely love this place the sweet potato pancakes and the creamy cheese grits are the best thing on the menu! Trent is amazing his service was impeccable & he's the best bar tender the brunch punch was amazing, & definitely strong! 10/10 recommend! It's nice and bright with lots of windows for good pictures! read more

Phyllis - The Creamy Grits - Quart Size , the Sweet Potato Pancakes & Breakfast Croissant Sandwich, Homestyle Potatoes - Quart Size - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Marietta, Georgia

Walked in and immediately loved the atmosphere. Great music and decor. The service was prompt and the food was delicious. They also have an impressive liquor selection which was a surprise. I will be coming here often! read more

Phyllis - Chicken Salad Sandwich & Side Salad - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Marietta, Georgia

Our server Miriam and the bartender were excellent and very attentive! The food was great and the grits were very creamy! My only criticism is that the prices are a little steep for brunch/ lunch! The prices need to be brought down, if the restaurant wants to last for more than a few years! Also with Panera Bread being xt door, the restaurant prices will impact whether or not people go to Phyllis' or Panera bread. read more

The dining experience was not great. Our first table moved more than a swing at a playground, then they moved us to a sturdy table. Our server was very absent when it came to refills. The food was excellent. The shrimp and grits were really good. My wife said the coffee was weak and not so good. The general ambiance is loud even though it is not a large place. Investing in some sound dampening would be great. The bathroom was very clean. read more

Food, service and hospitality were wonderful . Pleasent clean decor . Greeted by the owner and invited back .

We enjoyed this restaurant. The ambiance,the staff, and the food was a 10. When we arrived, we were greeted by a harpist playing beautiful music and singing. We were seated quickly, and the wait staff took our order promptly. After reviewing the menu, we ordered the steak skillet with sweet potato pancakes, catfish and grits with homestyle potatoes, and some fantastic coffee. About 15 minutes later, the food arrived at our table. Everything was absolutely fantastic. The steak was cooked and seasoned to perfection, the catfish was delicious, the grits were buttery smooth, and the potatoes were seasoned well too. read more

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Excellent food and excellent service by Riley. The restaurant is nice and clean and beautifully decorated. Will definitely be going back.

Food was good and delicious! Will be going back with more of my friends for breakfast and brunch !