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    Poor Hendrix

    4.5 (286 reviews)
    Closed 4:00 pm - 11:00 PM
    Updated over 3 months ago

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    Tomato Salad - may be seasonal!
    Blair C.

    A lot I can say about Poor Hendrix but I'll keep it brief. Great food and service. Very casual service but attentive and kind. Reasonably priced and seating inside or outside on their patio. Try their skewers, their drink specials, and their wings and tasty fries. Can't go wrong if you're looking for a chill time in East Lake with delicious food,

    Buffalo cauliflower
    Kandus J.

    Fun little spot that is a little dog themed. Parking is a tossup. Our waitress was the absolute best! Super sweet & very attentive & friendly! The food was pretty damn good too! Luckily we got there right after they opened because this place got jam packed! I'd definitely go back again!

    Beef bourguignon
    Ludmila S.

    Wow, this restaurant is amazing! Great ambiance and outstanding service. All the dishes were excellent! My friends said the drinks were also delicious but I was the DD, so didn't try them. Chicken skewers, pattè, sweet potatoes and the cremè brûlée were my favorites!

    Delicious salad
    Jose C.

    This was my second time here, and just like the first, it didn't disappoint. The menu switches up the main dishes often, but they keep a few reliable staples that never miss.

    Cocktail
    Megan Y.

    In the next installation of my Michelin reviews, this cute neighborhood bar was a lovely meal. I sat outside on the patio and was shielded from the rain that briefly came down. I also love the neighborhood, having been a fan of PERC forever. I like that the menu wasn't too extensive so it wasn't hard for me to pick what to order. I got the sweet potatoes, asparagus, and a specialty green goddess chicken with farro entree. I finished with the rice krispy treat (not pictured) and tried a vodka soda based cocktail. Everything tasted great and the servers were friendly/helpful despite managing a busy restaurant. The rice krispy treat definitely tasted home-made and not store bought. The only reason I didn't give 5 stars is because the starters almost tasted too strong in some respects. I would still come back to try other small plates.

    Sweet potatoes, lamb skewers, Buffalo cauliflower
    Julie R.

    Love this place! We shared small plates, and the sweet potatoes are to die for! Cute atmosphere, great service, lots of gluten free options, reasonable prices, and free parking. What more can you ask for? This is in the rotation as a "go to" place for a dinner out!

    Fig cocktail
    Carlie M.

    So glad I finally got to try out this spot. It's super chill and a great casual dinner spot. We sat on the patio! Definitely recommend for a nice day. They have a daily menu that changes up every so often. They have a fabulous cocktail menu. I got a fig tequila cocktail that was perfect for fall. For food, we got the lamb skewers, buffalo wings and the grilled cheese with tomato soup. You definitely need to get the grilled cheese - trust me! And with the soup - so cozy. They have rotating daily specials and all their sandwiches look amazing.

    Grilled cheese & fries
    Michelle C.

    Came in super early on a Friday night around 5 before anyone else. By the time we left around 8, it was a packed house! I'm glad we came early, it helped with finding parking too (street parking and there's a lot behind it) We ordered a bunch of small plates for our group of three - chicken, mushroom and shrimp skewers. All yummy with good flavor, just a bit disappointed at the portion size. The peanut noodles were refreshing and spicy. Ricotta dip with bread was a crowd favorite, the bread being grilled added smokiness which I enjoyed. Brussels were fine (par for the course, not phenomenal but not bad by any means). The grilled cheese was delish, the bread it's on was super crusty. We also ordered the fizzy gin carafe to share among the three of us- we each got about two glasses and it only cost us 12$ per person, pretty worth. Service was great- we were there for almost 3 hours and they came and checked on us in reasonable intervals. Will definitely be back!

    The bar
    Erica S.

    Bartenders are friendly, food is seasonal and super yummy, and the vibe is super chill. Great spot to hit before a night out or a cool spot to come to when your night is winding down. Just a heads up that they often times run out of their best dishes. For example, the chicken pate - never got to try it because so many people ordered it before I did. Next time! Word to the wise - always get a steak skewer or 2. Delish! Def a neighborhood gem. You won't be disappointed if you check this place out. Do it!

    Peanut cold noodles
    Eddy G.

    Poor Hendrix is a really nice spot for a late night bite to eat. You can get anything from classic Buffalo wings, or something totally different like trout skins and spicy peanut cold noodles. Can't go wrong with either! Definitely will be coming back for more in the near future. Also, the service here is always friendly and attentive. Not to mention, the whole place has a cozy vibe to it in general. Feels like a nice place to just unwind after a long day, and have a bite of amazing food. You don't even need to drink, either. I come in just for the food!

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    Great food. Fun little neighborhood haunt with good service. Everything on the menu is tasty...

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    My mother got sick from one your this restaurants salads. They didn't wash the lettuce properly and it gave my mom Cyclosporasis.

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    Eclectic delicious food/drinks choices, excellent service, cozy vibes. Will be back for sure!

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    10 months ago

    One of our favorite restaurants! The drinks & food are exceptional! The service great! Only wish they were on DoorDash!

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    It gives neighborhood hole-in-the-wall vibes, but with a very elevated and considered menu. Love this place!

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    Fantastic food, service and ambiance. This place is a neighborhood gem and is worth seeking out.

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    This is actually my favorite restaurant!! Casual vibe with a patio and the best food, bomb drinks & the staff is amazing!!

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