Cool little spot with a decent menu for meat eaters and vegetarians. We've always wanted to try this place but we didn't expect the prices to add up so quickly, especially without drinking alcohol! I got the falafel wrap, which includes 1 side, and I asked to sub the fries for broccoli which was a $5 up charge! I wish I would have known beforehand!! The poutine was also a small portion. The service was good though. I would like to try it out again but probably not anytime soon. read more

The Imperial - The Falafel Wrap & La Poutine De Georgia - Pubs Near Me - Decatur, Georgia

I had been told they had a happy hour but that's not really true. They had one beer that was around $1 off and one shot that was discounted but they didn't tell us what it was. We had been told they had a decent happy hour and I don't want other people to make the same mistake. No happy hour food or other drinks, just the one beer and one booze. read more

Ate here with friends during Porchfest. After considerable confusion about seating we found a table. The place was packed with people and the kitchen was reportedly overwhelmed, but we stayed. After all that, the servers were great. I had the fish and chips with the Cheap beer. The anonymous cheap beer was faintly beer-flavored, just enough to be not water, which is exactly right for a $3 glass of beer. My fish was good. Two pieces of battered and fried white fish served with tartar sauce, a tiny scoop of cole slaw, and French fries. My companions had chicken wings, vegetarian chili, and poutine. The chili was fantastic, and I heard good things about the chicken, but the poutine was a pass. The cafe is reasonably large, with two dining areas inside plus a bar and an outdoor patio. The decor is neighborhood sporty, with an emphasis on Wisconsin (Green Bay Packers and UW Badgers prominent). I'd definitely eat there again. read more

The Imperial - Fish and chips - Pubs Near Me - Decatur, Georgia

The Imperial is a cute bar/restaurant near downtown Decatur. My friend ordered the Bowie Q and said it was amazing, rated it an 8.5/10. The fried pickles were perfectly fried without them being too oily. As for the chicken Philly, it wasn't amazing. The staff was very friendly and personable. read more

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This place is a fantastic neighborhood bar, pop in grab a beer, something to eat, catch the game and chat it up with your neighbors and the staff. Outstanding all the time! read more

LOVE the vibe here. Relaxed, OG Atlanta, unpretentious, free on-site parking, AND they have vegetarian chili. They have an autographed Replacements poster on the wall--Need I say more? Will definitely be back! read more

This is my second review. We went in for lunch, thinking we'd grab a good burger, but the waitress convinced us to try the lunch special, which was the jerk chicken with rice and beans. It was perhaps the best jerk chicken I've ever had. Absolutely outstanding flavor and taste and the rice and beans were good too. The service was excellent and we would highly recommend the lunch special to anyone. read more

Great food! An Atlanta favorite. As a member of Seed and Feed it's one of our favorite spots to play and hand out.

Local home style bar with good food. At home seating. It can be loud at some events. In warm weather seating on the patio offers a unique outdoor opportunity. Service is by a crusty bar maid that will put you in your place if not polite. read more

Great neighborhood pub vibe on a November Friday evening. Food was terrific, the beer was cold, the room was warm. We canceled plans for a more expensive dinner elsewhere to soak it all in for another couple hours. It was clear staff and owner knew their customers, and vice versa. We're less interested in food service as theater and increasingly searching for places to call home. Could not have had a more joyous evening in the company of family and friends. We were at home. read more

Great food and drinks! Wonderful bar and location. Try the burgers, salads, soups, pastas, everything!

I am going to be brutally honest. This is a pub, and the food is pub food. I had the fish and chips and it was some of the most unenjoyable food i've had from a actual restaurant in while. The service was adequate, and overall didn't change how I felt about the restaurant. The ambience was as expected, it wasn't pretending to be what it's not, with cracks and flakes coming off the walls, to the tarp that's collecting the water from the leakage in the ceiling. I'm sure the beer is great though. read more

Cool night spot to grab brew. Bartender was cool and gave great options for beers. I only had two but I'll def return to try out food next time. read more

Good food, classics plus some creative items. Vegan and veggie choices. Menu more expensive than the one listed here (Sept 24) but still good value. read more

Great draft beer. Love the atmosphere. The staff and owner aim to please. My favorite Happy Hour Spot! read more

The Imperial - Yummy Pizza Rolls - Pubs Near Me - Decatur, Georgia

I don't come here too often but when I do I am often pleasantly surprised. It's a small and fairly typical menu but the food and drink don't disappoint. The ambiance is great and so are the people. They have good happy hour specials at a time when many people have done away with these (half off beers I think before 6). We sat outside and enjoyed some creature comfort, lagunitas, and root beers for the kids. Food came super quickly. The pretzel is huge and comes out piping hot. The accompanying cheese dip is good but very heavy and less appealing over time. The wings though were excellent and worth the temporary price increase. They come with a lot of meat on the bones and the sauces are tasty. I also got the homemade bbq brisket sandwich (also generous portion and pretty good) and sides of baked beans and fries. Fries taste homemade and are good even without ketchup. For an affordable night out and if you are looking for good bar fare I'd come here again. read more

I actually had a very fun time at the imperial for after work drinks. We unknowingly went on trivia night. Definitely added fun to dinner. I thought the menu could've had more options; it was a bit limiting. I ordered a grilled pimento cheese sandwich. The pimento inside the sandwich was still cold. I was looking for a melted pimento cheese sandwich, so for me, it missed the mark. The waitress recommended a jalapeño beer, which was the highlight of the night. I also hate that I had to get up and deliver my answers during trivia. But I'd come back, but I'd skip trivia. read more

Service is fine and I like the neighborhood ambiance. New grill cooks though and you notice it. Lemon pepper chicken wings almost inedible. Stick with the burgers. BTW, Lemon pepper chicken used to be delicious! read more

This is a great neighborhood bar & restaurant in Decatur. If you live in the area, it's definitely worth a shot! This was my husband's and my first visit and really enjoyed how low key the whole experience was for a Friday night. Service was great, honestly. I wish I had taken down our server's name, she was so cool. It's one of those sit yourself type of places but the staff is paying attention of newcomers so we didn't wait long until someone came over to give us a menu and walk us through what was available. There's also seating in the patio and if you're lucky you can snag a propane heater for those cold nights. We ordered the pretzel with cheese sauce to share and it was so good, kind of reminded me of being at a fair (something about fried doughy goodness always brings those memories). For the main event we had the chicken Philly and southern dog with pimento cheese and bacon, each came with a side. The meal was tasty, no frills, just simple good cooking. Really looking forward to going back and trying out their burgers! read more

Wanted to stay close to home and a neighbor suggested this as we were in the mood for a burger and Bourbon The the old brick building is great and the patio was awesome as it was a nice evening. Our wait staff will not win Miss Congenital as she had the personality of a wet sock on a cold day. When we walked in she just looked at me and didn't say a word or comment what the sitting sit was. In a Short staffing situation I give restaurants a break but they weren't busy. She ain't nice. The hubby got a burger and broccoli and I had the Chickpea Burger which was excellent with a side of green beans which still had a great snap and was grilled with soy sauce. Chickpea burger had a great crust and was larger than I expected. Hubby didn't comment on his food which meant it was adequate. The Manhattan's were good especially seeing they were just 10 bucks. Would go back again on a week night, but I only in a pinch. Would maybe come back on a week night, but only in a pinch. read more

The Imperial - Rye Bourbon - Pubs Near Me - Decatur, Georgia

We've been to the Imperial on many occasions, but I have not yet written a review. Here it goes... Last month, we walked over on a Wed evening for the 1/2-off wine bottle special. Didn't need parking, but there is a lot adjacent to the restaurant, and there is street parking in the vicinity. We were able to score a high-top table near the bar area without a wait, and the server and bartenders were friendly. We nibbled on a kale salad, and tried a cup of the soup of the day, with a bowie Q sandwich. Really liked the kale salad and the sandwich. Also, the atmosphere of the restaurant is calm enough to have a conversation and hear what is being said. The bar is full, and the menu has enough variety to have something for most folks. Lastly, the patio is great on a nice night. Check it out... read more

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This is a great weeknight spot if you are a local (or in town for a bit)! The atmosphere is very lowkey. My favorite is sitting on the patio where dogs are welcome (the twinkle lights at night make it fun). "The beer we got" is cheap and makes a fun time if you split a pitcher with friends, however the other beers are pricer. The food is decent. I included a photo of the pizza rolls we ate. Apparently, they sell out of these quickly because of how popular they are. In my opinion, it wasn't really a pizza roll (there was hardly any cheese), but it was still really good nonetheless!! Overall, I'd say the Imperial is a great neighborhood hangout! read more

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I ate lunch at The Imperial today after driving by many times and envying the people chilling out on the patio. Although there was space on the patio, the slight fall chill and wind sent me inside to the bar. The restaurant is bigger and prettier than I expected. This is a good place for groups of 6-8 with the food selection and ability to push tables together. The bar was spare but sufficiently stocked. For a cocktail I had the Look Sharp which is a tequila concoction with rose liquor, bitters, and grapefruit juice. I really liked it and it packed a punch. I started with the pimento cheese - this appetizer has become a favorite of mine, and I really enjoyed The Imperial's version. It's a less creamy pimento cheese, and I prefer that. The serving size is huge - the size of a cup of chili/soup and plenty for two people (see photo!). I ended up taking more than half of it home. I ordered a plain burger but added bacon and American cheese. (Yeah, that's what I did.) The burger was decent - perfect for the price point and cooked at medium as I requested. It was still juicy and had a slight char from the grill that I enjoyed. The tomatoes were fresh and firm, the bacon was crispy, and the cheese was that fake American flavor we all love. For my side I had the cup 'o salad which was filled with large tears of greens which made it awkward to eat but I was glad they didn't skimp on them. The portion sizes were great for me - enough to eat and fill full without worrying about being wasteful because I didn't eat the leftovers. Service was fine; it wasn't crowded but the person working the bar appeared frazzled at times. I felt lucky that I wasn't eating during a busier time. The Imperial isn't fancy food trying to win you over, but it's solid food with a menu that has something for almost everyone (even vegetarians...not sure about vegans though!). read more

The Imperial - Enough pimento cheese for two! And it's mighty tasty! - Pubs Near Me - Decatur, Georgia

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Nice space, convenient, friendly folks, good food, a worthy beer list. The patio might be a nice hangout spot. Burger was above average, if a bit small. Cole slaw might need a kick. Broccoli salad excellent. I'd have rated it higher but for one thing: after we arrived (before 6 PM), sitting at the bar, they cranked the music up to the point it was difficult to carry on a conversation. I think the music is for the staff, because I didn't see any of the customers grooving to the tunes. Particularly not us or the couple of tables with small children. read more

The Imperial - Pubs Near Me - Decatur, Georgia

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Everything I want out of a neighborhood pub. Super cozy, the staff was friendly and the service was excellent. We got burgers and some apps. The food is very good quality for the price. Nothing fancy, but excellent comfort food in a cozy atmosphere. We will definitely be visiting again! read more

Great local hangout with delicious burgers, local brews, and friendly staff. They have a number of seating options including inside restaurant style, by the bar (if you are trying to catch a game) or outside on the patio (don't worry, there is also a tv if you are trying to catch a game while enjoying the nice weather). The burgers were very good and they also a run a number of specials. Worth checking it for a laid back dinner, friendly atmosphere, and good drinks and pub food. read more

Nice staff. Glad they were able to stay open during Covid. Our tabs were a complete disaster. Tried to pay several times. Was told my tab was added to my friends and she had paid. So I owe her the money. After I left another friend was given my tab? He paid it? So I owe him the money tooooo?? Went back and was told there was another tab open from another friend. Called him and he had paid cash. One Waitress running around hugging all customers. No boundaries even though it was uncomfortable and dangerous. Tables were spaced out that was nice. Great broccoli salad . read more

First, This place is just about a 3/4 mile from the square by Agnes Scott good area. Not bad on the prices of beer or cider. I wanted to try a few things because I like to give the place a couple chances to impress me, so I try a few things on the menu at once. I wish I could say one thing was bad and the rest was good but no I can't. Fucking pimento cheese is first supposed to taste like pimentos are in the dish. Thiers however had no taste of pimentos or cheese for that matter. The saltines that accompanied the dry bowl of pimento cheese were good. How the fuck can you mess up this southern staple. Mushroom swiss burger tasted like a dish rag seasoning was sprinkle on it. It tasted like a earthy soap burger. the poutine didnt taste like gravy or pimento cheese just tasted like wet fries without salt. The cold cucumber soup was ok after salt and pepper was added. ahhhh the mac and cheese, first your spoon is not supposed to stick to your lips as your trying to pull it out of your mouth after depositing the mac in it. It again needed salt and pepper. I love mac and cheese but damnit they couldn't get it right. A bar trying to be a restaurant or a restaurant trying to be a bar. I don't know, but get some new recipes for the food you serve. I sigh, I wanted to say " damn this shit was tasty great place. It was average with just a pinch below average bar food. read more

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Great bar, best burgers in Decatur and they are NFL friendly. Packers bar but they also show Falcons games. read more

The Imperial - a bartender at the bar - Pubs Near Me - Decatur, Georgia

This seems like a locals only bar. The bartender and cook dominated the bar with their banter and the bartender seems to think patrons enjoy her off-key vocals. When I cashed out the bartender said (not asked) "together yes?" And handed me the check. Any seasoned bartender knows each stool is treated like a table, one bill per stool. I said seperate the bills and she gave me attitude. There were 6 peole in the bar and it took her less than 30 seconds to split the bill Im glad she was safely back on her phone as we walked out. read more

The Imperial was a pain to locate - with no signage in an obscure location, navigation was just barely enough to get me here. The bar is unlike anything I've encountered thus far in the Decatur area. Alas, I do not say this as a good thing. Decatur is known as a vibrant hipster scene peppered with hip restaurants that feature creative, yet approachable, cocktails and foods (that generally are amazing). In comparison, The Imperial feels rather... pedestrian. The beer selection was adequate, but not impressive. The atmosphere felt horribly disjointed - rickety wooden tables and chairs, stained glass window accents, old brick, eclectic artwork, and an odd floor layout to fill the space. I'm trying to give them the benefit of the doubt (since they opened not too long ago) - but even then, I can only go so far. We weren't served by any one waiter or waitress - just whoever so happened to be walking by at a particular time. Service was sloppy. When we ordered our food, my wife asked for no tomato or pickles on her Roast Beef Po' Boy. Guess what she bit into when she got her sandwich? Yup, pickles and tomato. My wife reports that the Roast Beef Po' Boy, after removing those pesky pickles and tomatoes, was only "ok" - average at best. I ordered the Buffalo Bleu Burger. It too, was only "ok" - I scarfed it down alright, but you won't see me adding it to any "best burgers in Metro-ATL" lists anytime soon. The ONE thing I can do to sing The Imperial's praises is tell you about their "La Poutine De Georgia". A-MAZING. They take fries (which are pretty good on their own), ladle on some po' boy gravy, and top it with pimento cheese. For an additional $1.50, you can get it with bacon. Do it. The bacon is entirely worth it. Yes, it is a heart attack in a bowl - but a guilty pleasure worth having. It's too bad that the poutine didn't make up for the overall lousy experience. With so many other restaurants in the area that have their act together, I don't really see myself coming back here. read more

The Imperial - Le Poutine De Georgia (w/bacon). - Pubs Near Me - Decatur, Georgia

Lord why does this place exists ? Horrible smell in parking lot mixture of dumpster and oil box. You would not believe of sever quality. Do yourself a favor , don't even get close to this place. read more

Great service and burgers, also tried a pretzel and enjoyed it as well. Will try it again

Great food served quickly. After a Grub Hub debacle that left me $50 poorer and starving, we decided to give this place a shot. The food was delicious and ready by the time we drove there to get it. What an inviting looking place. I'm looking forward to going there and enjoying a meal read more

The Imperial is a gem. Great place to see the sun set, just far enough from downtown Decatur that it's not mobbed 24/7, cheap beer. Both times I've been there was no wait for a party of 2, or party of 4. Parking was easily available. The food is pretty good. I've been here twice and gotten 2 different burgers, both of which were delicious. I'm a sucker for blue cheese so I got the Buffalo Blue. It was tasty but the buffalo sauce was a little mild so it needed some Tabasco. The regular fries were nothing special, but the sweet potato fries were amazing. They also have $2/glass $7/pitcher PBR, which is the price it should be! They also have a good selection of craft beers if you want to pay a little more. Service was excellent. Overall very enjoyable for a simple dinner and a couple beers with friends. read more

The Imperial - The burger week burger - Pubs Near Me - Decatur, Georgia

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The Imperial is a casual neighborhood spot that surprised us with the quality of ingredients. It was obvious that this kitchen only uses high quality ingredients. The burger was juicy, flavorful and done exactly the way I like it. The bacon was crisp and lean. Lettuce, tomatoes, onions and bun were all fresh and contributed to a great tasting burger. The Mac and cheese side dish contained real cheese and it was plentiful. I don't get cinnamon on French fries but the quality and crispness of the fries were very good. Service was slow and nonchalant. We had to wait 15 minutes to get our bill and felt like no one had responsibility for our table. Overall, a good experience and we will be back! read more

It's sad since I've driven by The Imperial several times without noticing it, and it took ATL Burger Week to get me to check it out. My friend and I went one weeknight, and the place was full of patrons. Not sure if this is typical or it was due to Burger Week. Since it was a mild evening, we lucked out and snagged a table on the patio after being told by a staffer we could sit anywhere. Like Brick Store, we didn't seem to have one dedicated server but a rotation of various people who were attending to us, some a little more outgoing than others. The Damn Gouda burger wasn't bad on its own but paled a little in comparison to subsequent Burger Week burgers I consumed. But for $5, you can't complain. It certainly was a messy tower of beef, fried onions and pickles, plenty of bacon, and gouda cheese. The toasted bun was a nice touch. Because of all the burger in the bacon, it was a good thing we didn't add said item to the La Poutine de Georgia ($7.25) then. The poutine was my favorite aspect of the meal. I love pimento cheese so adding it to gravy-laden fries is brilliant. My friend and I happily noshed on the poutine while waiting for the burgers to arrive. Parking: There is a free parking lot behind the restaurant, with spaces on the eastern side. And I saw a cat in the lot! Also, lots of street spaces available. Maybe not mindblowing food, but a strong local vibe pervades at this Oakhurst bar and grill. read more

I've been wanting to visit The Imperial since it opened (I live about a 10 minute walk away), and finally I went for the first time tonight! It's honestly exactly what I had envisioned: super warm and welcoming, great food, and relaxed atmosphere. The bartender was super nice. I'm annoyed with myself for not making there sooner. They have trivia on Thursdays, FYI, which just adds to the community vibe. While I was there I got my favorite: the impossible burger (yes, as I type this, all I have to do is type 'impossible' and my phone suggests 'burger'). They also have fresh cut fries, which were delicious (brought some home). Overall, if you watched Cheers or Murphy Brown go to Phil's and wanted what those characters have, Oakhurst/Decatur has it in The Imperial. read more

Food and service are excellent! Servers and other staff are friendly and give good recommendations. Awesome trivia on Tuesday and Monday. Parking is easy. Missing out if you haven't been! read more

These guys are doing it right by the diverse quality of drink and delicious food. Really, really great cheeseburger, pot roast sub, philly steak sub, etc. Mac n cheese gives Steinbeck's mac n cheese some serious competition. But regardless of food n drink, its the atmosphere. The place is on the smallish size, but come warm days, you will find it ever so difficult to leave their patio once the warm temps come back. Service is trending to the positive though they are still establishing best service methods. I say this bc a bud of mine got items mixed up on his bill. Bottom line, one of the owners took the time to review and basically said "I owe you $9. Let me make it up to you." Wait staff is friendly and they will try to take care of you, but I do foresee challenges when the crowds really ramp up. But in my heart of hearts I truly believe they will make the necessary adjustments given their infancy to the hood. That said, go to the Imperial. Then go again and again. If you're off the wagon, get back on by getting your belly full and order a club soda. If you choose to stay off, order a round for you and your friends, but make sure to call your sponsor after you've tipped the wait service. read more

The Imperial - Light on my feet @ Imperial - Pubs Near Me - Decatur, Georgia