Ambiance is amazing. Very serene and quaint. I like the atmosphere and even the landscaping to get…read moreto the Grille. The brunch menu was nice. There is no kids menu, so my daughter ordered the French toast with ice cream. The ice cream was the only thing she liked. The French toast was good, but not kiddie approved. My mom's catfish was bland. She ate it, but was still hungry when we left. So that was a waste of $20. We went to another restaurant after we left for some soulful cooking and larger portions. My red beans and rice was great. It had a lil kick when I mixed everything together. I enjoyed it. I had a lil left. Not enough to box, but I was full. So I got my money's worth on my order. My 5 yo and mom were still hungry. My daughter tried the shrimp & grits; it was ok, so she gave up. My mom didn't really see anything else on the menu she was willing to try. If u go for brunch, just check the menu beforehand. Lots of better options elsewhere though. Our waitress was great.

The ambiance was perfect! The service was superb!…read moreThe food was authentic and delicious!

Went to the gardens to see the pumpkin house. Had a great time with my bestie. Had to stop by and…read moreget a cup of coffee. She had the autumn tea latte. She really enjoyed her drink. My drink was fantastic. I loved all the different spices in the drink. I also ordered it with oat milk. I should've gotten it half sweet, but I forgot. The drink was delicious. It was a seasonal drink and I forgot the name of it. Frothy Monkey coffee is one of my fav coffee roasters. They use the beans at Park and Cherry. Service is always on point and the people are very nice. The baristas are very talented and the different drinks that they create and make. The coffee shop is really nice and inviting. It is always tidy and clean. I know I will return for more coffee and possibly a salad and sandwich.

Located inside the Dixon Gardens There's a menu bakery foods…read morein the display case - good customer service with nice ambiance

Jem is one of those places that just feels good the second you walk in. You can tell right away…read morethey're not trying to be overly fancy or pretentious, but somehow it still feels elevated. It's warm, welcoming, and just... real. The food though? That's where it really hits. Everything we had was so thoughtfully put together. Like you can tell there's serious skill in the kitchen, but it's not trying too hard. Every dish just worked. Every bite made you pause for a second like, okay wait... this is really good. Nobody at the table had a miss, which says a lot. And you can feel the energy behind the place. The owners clearly have something special going on. There's a real sense of camaraderie, like this wasn't just a business idea, it was something built out of a genuine connection. That kind of thing shows up in the experience. Even hearing that the employees have benefits? That told me everything I needed to know about how they run this place. It's rare, and it matters. In a city with no shortage of restaurants, Jem really stands out. It's the kind of place you go once and immediately start thinking about when you can go back. Yeah... I get the hype. I'm right there with you.

I had the best solo dining date here! The food was amazing and the service was outstanding. From…read morethe moment I walked in, everyone on staff made sure I was well taken care of and the space itself is beautiful and intimate. I ordered off the Downtown Dining Week menu and started with the Kimchi Arancini (highly recommend!). My main entrée was a seared salmon that's not on the menu. They added it as a way to test new dishes and I'm not mad at that at all. I paired it with a featured Tatomer wine, which complemented the salmon perfectly. To end the night, I had the chocolate cake with a glass of milk......the cutest touch. JEM truly exceeded my expectations. I'll definitely be circling back soon!

My second visit this month and I'm so glad I've finally gotten the chance to visit. Chef Kelly has…read morean amazing menu, it's my understanding the menu rotates, but one dish remains . The Redfish Clemenceau is one dish that is sure to please. Redfish with panko breading, peas, potatoes, and mushroom in a light sauce, I really enjoyed. I am not a fan of all things fish, but I did venture out and I'm glad I did. I have also had the bread pudding and cheesecake, with the bread pudding being my favorite. Oysters are half price on Tuesday and I enjoyed the raw oysters better than the chargrilled. The chargrilled didn't taste chargrilled, because I could only taste the Parmesan, no garlic butter flavor at all. Oh as for appetizers, the bone marrow and crab au gratin, were great as well. I have tried so much in those two visits I can't remember everything! Fried oyster salad is full of oysters and less salad with blue cheese dressing that does not overpower the dish. Bbq shrimp was just ok, unfortunately the dining area I was in had blue lights so all those pictures came out...blue lol! Ladies bathroom was cleaned both visits and the atmosphere is very inviting.

Came here with a party of six last minute on a Friday night. They were so accommodating and seated…read moreus with no problems. Marcus was our waiter. He was very attentive and explained the menu very well. The crab au gratin was my favorite. I could eat a gallon of it. I got the sweet potato soup and salmon, both were ok. The bone marrow was pretty good. I'm super picky about oysters and tend to steer clear of gulf oysters. I prefer PEI oysters, however these murder points from Alabama were great. The ambiance was nice, fine dining, but I wore a t-shirt and nice pants. We came here on a last minute decision, so I didnt have a chance to dress up.

Sophie made a FABULOUS Sazerac! Spinach Madeline was delicious! Great food , music and atmosphere…read more Thanks!!

I have not been to the new location, I believe they moved? This is based on an experience at the…read moreprior location from a few years ago. I met my friends and their family for brunch before leaving town here. I had the quiche with breakfast potatoes/hash and it was honestly some of the best of both I've ever had. The service and staff were perfectly fine as well.

This is such a cute cafe! It's inside of the gardens and you don't have to technically visit the…read moregardens to eat in the cafe. Our waiter seems like he worked there for a long time and was super nice and helpful. The food was delicious. Very cute soup, salad, sandwhich type of place. Everything was delicious!

I visited Fratelli's with my mom and partner after the Botanic Garden. We had just sat down and…read morewere chatting while looking over the menu, but within the first few minutes our server checked on us three separate times. When he came back the third time, we let him know we were still talking and deciding. His response was that he "didn't mean to be a jerk," but that we needed to order something since it's a restaurant. It was rude and obvious that he didn't want us there. We had barely been seated so the whole interaction felt rushed and uncomfortable. I'll never come back again and will warn all my friends about this place.

Happened upon this wonderful place just in time for Saturday Brunch. We were greeted warmly and…read moreplayed a little Giant Uno while waiting for our food. The food which was amazing. Home style fried chicken, sausage, salmon patties, eggs, and some of the best hashbrowns I've ever had. Looking forward to our next visit.

Soul Food haven. Small place. Local favorite …read more The owner is very hospitable and friendly. Fried chicken was great. The Lima beans was tasty, and the sweet yam was heaven.

I'd rate Grissinis about a 6.5/10. The service was really good, so I definitely want to give credit…read morewhere it's due. The staff was friendly and attentive, but unfortunately the food just didn't hit for me. I started with the salmon and picatta dish. The salmon itself was flavorful and cooked well, but the noodles lacked seasoning and didn't really have much taste. I tried adding Alfredo sauce, hoping it would help, but honestly the sauce tasted more like white gravy than a cheesy Alfredo. They said it was homemade, but it reminded me more of jar sauce. Now I will say -- the dessert was really good and probably my favorite part of the meal The chocolate cheesecake. Overall, I just didn't find a lot of flavor in the food, so I'm not sure I'd rush back anytime soon. But again, the service was definitely a positive.

Went to lunch at Grissini's today with a group of friends that are retired. We had a lovely time…read moreat lunch in one of the side rooms because there was a group of 14 of us. The restaurant was nice, clean, and cozy. The service was excellent. Our server Shelby was very friendly, attentive, and helpful. Our food was nice and fresh. Someone did comment that her spinach was not as hot as she would have liked. My daily special of catfish and grits was really tasty. I ordered okra and lima beans for my two sides that came with my lunch. The lima beans were way too salty for my tastebuds! The okra was some of the best I have ever eaten. My friends had vegetable plates, salmon and pizza. Everyone mentioned how much they enjoyed their entrees. We will keep this hidden gem on the list to return. It did take a long time for our food to arrive but I believe it is because of our large party. I know we will return!!