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

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

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

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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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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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 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

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

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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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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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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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

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

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

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

My first time there, I ordered the shrimp and grits and a sweet potato pancake. My husband ordered chicken and waffles. Let me tell you, those grits were very good. I wish you all had omelets and maybe one other vegetable but what I've experienced thus far has been fantastic. read more

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

This was my husband and I first time trying out Phyllis and what an experience. Everything about this place was amazing. The friendly service, delicious food, and the clean airy ambiance, will have us spinning the block! read more

Amazing breakfast food! Food was incredible, staff was kind, they gave us a free grits sample (incredible), and the music taste was on point. Love this place, will be back and I highly recommend! read more

Phyllis - Applewood Bacon Breakfast Plate - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Marietta, Georgia

Me and my co-workers went there for lunch a few days ago. The ambience was very nice. It wasn't busy so that was great for us. The cheeseburger and fries were great (especially the fries). The Brunch punch was amazing. The only problem was after we all got our food. My coworker was still waiting for her steak skillet. The waitress came to her and was like are you sure you didn't order the shrimp skillet? She said no because I like it medium well. The waitress took it to the kitchen came back a few minutes later and said there's no more steak. Like WTF how you run out of steak. read more

Went to Phyllis for the first time yesterday the food is absolutely amazing!! I had the catfish and grits with Cajun shrimp it was to die for And I ate every morsel. We normally take pictures of the food, but it was so good we ate it all before we could even get the pictures! A number of the guest that were dining with me got additional catfish fillets to go because it was so good. I didn't try the fried lobster, but it looked delicious and one of the ladies said it was great. The guest at the table said the drinks were also amazing. I'm adding this to one of my favorite restaurants. The staff did a great job waiting on us. read more

The food was so good, I ordered the wings, greens and mac n cheese with a mango mimosa. The chicken was well seasoned and the Mac n cheese was sooo cheesy and flavorful. I enjoyed the fact that the music wasn't so loud, it wasn't super packed and service was quick. I will be back for more menu items to try read more

Catfish and sweet potato pancakes were dynamite! They use real eggs and were just beautiful. Mimosas were delish and served nicely.

Our first time today definitely won't be our last. Fun inventive atmosphere. Music provided a nice background vibe. We love love loved breakfast. Homemade biscuits and Honey butter, thick cut bacon, fried eggs for me, scrambled with a bit of cheese as my wife requested for her, perfect home fries larger than them northerners serve. Yes, we went basic as we hadn't enjoyed a good solid morning meal this week. We shoulda, coulda gone here! This hit the spot, especially the fresh squeezed OJ reminding us of our trip to Hawaii. The other entrees on the menu were very creative and imaginative without being fru-fru. Open and airy with lots of natural light. Great bar. Great parking, too! We plan on brunch the next time we visit mom in Marietta. Give Phyllis a try, you won't be disappointed. read more

They stand out as one of the best in Atlanta that I've ever experienced. The food was outstanding, and the atmosphere was truly delightful. This is exactly the kind of restaurant that the Atlanta area needs. The service was fast and courteous, and the food was impeccably seasoned, all at a great price point. I ordered the catfish and grits with eggs, which were excellent. Another member of our group enjoyed eggs, grits, sausage, and a pancake made from sweet potatoes, which was equally impressive. Another friend had the salmon and loved it, while another had a hamburger with thick, delicious fries. Adding to the wonderful experience, there was a performer singing and playing the harp, and at one point, the entire restaurant joined in singing one of the songs, creating a warm and homey atmosphere. I can't wait to go back! read more

Table of 4 on a Sunday at 12:30. Waited for 25 minutes and no service. Eventually left and they still didn't acknowledge us. Avoid!

Food was delicious. I ordered the shrimp and grits. Unlike other restaurants that are stingy and give you four baby shrimp, Phyllis gave me a descent portion of about 8 regular size shrimp that were delicious. I liked the sauce the shrimp and grits came with. I also ordered A side of waffle. Wife ordered chicken and sweet potatoe pancakes. Sweet potatoe was just right as it wasn't over bearing . Daughter got a burger she liked. I will definitely be back. Keep up the great work. read more

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

Waited forever for food. Stood at the front door for 20 mins with 3 other groups before anyone acknowledged us. Once we sat down we were served water but the waitress just walked around our table. At one point we saw them pointing and talking about whose table we were. Eventually we flagged someone down and she took our orders. 1.5 hours later we received our breakfast food. It was good but for eggs and burgers you would not expect over a hour wait for food. They did not give us silverware so we had to ask and they gave us plastic wear. Mimosa were very weak yet expensive. Wouldn't recommend. read more

Phyllis - Breakfast Breakfast Croissant Sandwich took 1 hour to make. - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Marietta, Georgia

I would not bother going to this restaurant if you only get one hour for lunch. 2 of us walked in and only 2 other people in the entire restaurant and they had already ordere their meals it took 3 times for them to get those peoples meals correct and our meal we asked for it to go and they messed it up so...long story short we left the food and had to go back to work on empty stomachs... Avoid at all costs read more