Loved Leon's at Lunch!!! (Bonus points for alliteration). This was a fabulous lunch option in DT…read moreDecatur. To be honest, I'm not sure where else I would have gone for lunch right in/ around the square. Their menu is pretty limited at lunch, but we felt it sufficient given every menu item was a hit! They have very nice covered patio options-- perfect on a NICE day! I can't wait to go back. This would be a great place to meet a friend or colleague for lunch. I'm eager to go back and try it at other times of day (brunch, dinner, etc) See you soon!

Came here for a friend's birthday. The inside is really cute love the aesthetic. The service was…read morepretty slow tho, it took almost an hour to get our food and we came on a week day. The Brussels were definitely the best thing on the menu. We both got the burger it was alright but one came out super undercooked even tho we ordered them the same way.

Ugh, they are closed for the time being. The building they are in did not renew their lease…read more Stupidity! Tried this place out for the first time a few weeks ago. It's adjacent to a parking deck and small. Very cozy, though! The menu is simple and it was a one-man show that day (other staff had left due to closing). LOVED IT! The coleslaw was really good and the Sammie was probably one of the freshest I've had. We had to wait a bit due to it being just him but worth the wait. I did the hot chick ... yeah, I can get away with saying that ... and it was huge, overflowing, tender and fresh. This is a SOLID spot. I was told they'd be re-opening nearby and I hope that's the case. They were BUSY as well so it's clearly not a customer issue. Check them out when they re-open. Simple and amazing!

Love this place! Too bad it's so off the beaten path. Though there have never been more than one or…read moretwo people at the times I have been here (usually closer to their closing time), I highly recommend!

I had a nice experience at this restaurant. The server Teresa was very good and attentive Even…read morethough she was like the only server at the time, and even handling the bar. She was on point and brought everything out as requested. The ambience was great. They played beautiful music, and had nice scenery and selfy spots. The only thing that was bad was the floors were sticky. The restrooms were clean, and the food was very good. My favorite were the fried green tomatoes. I would definitely love to have them again. I also had the shrimp and grits. It was seasoned well. And the shrimp was a great size. The drinks were on point only really need 1 to have yo feeling nice! It was happy hour which is from 4pm to 8 pm. We had the classic margarita and it was only five dollars. So, great price. Overall, my experience was pretty good at Platez

My mothers and I visited Platez last night for a nice dinner out before a show. We didn't have a…read morereservation, but was seated immediately. There was some confusion on where to enter the building due to lack of signage, but we figured it out. Upon entering, I immediately was overwhelmed by how loud the music was. I have sensory issues and asked if we could be seated outside, but was told that there was a party outside. We were seated inside and no one in my group could hear each other speak the whole time we ate due to how loud the music was. We couldn't hear the server either. Our server immediately gave us menus, silverware, and waters. He didn't introduce himself or really say much of anything. We were left to look at the menus for 5-10 minutes. Upon looking at the menus, we were extremely disappointed to see that much of what we came for was not available due to it being a brunch item. This was not communicated ANYWHERE on the website and we would not have chosen to dine here had we known. We chose to stay and eat due to already paying $10 for parking across the street. Once we came to terms with the fact that we would not be eating french toast or waffles, we began looking at the menu to decide what to order. It was then that I noticed how expensive everything was. The food is even more expensive than the menu on the website, and the item that I decided upon - the catfish and grits - was $30. This is unreasonably expensive for what it was and I would have priced it at about $18 to be generous. We ended up waiting about 40 minutes for our food and eventually my catfish and grits and my mother's shrimp and grits were served. The sauce around the grits was cold, and the grits themselves weren't super hot. It was obvious that they had been sitting while the fish and shrimp was being cooked. The portion itself was too much to eat in one sitting and grits are not something that would reheat well so we left them instead of trying to take them home. When our grits were served, the waiter told us my step-mother's smothered pork chop would be right out. It did not come for another 10 minutes. One of her sides was a salad, but not even that was brought out. While my mother and I's grits were phenomenal in flavor, my step-mother's pork chop was barely edible. She said that it was tough, especially when she was not provided anything more than a butter knife to cut with, and the gravy on top was so salty that I gagged upon tasting it. It tasted like gravy mix from a packet that was combined with the drippings from a meat that had already been seasoned. My step-mother prefers things to be more salty, but even she had to peel the breading off to be able to eat the pork chop. Keep in mind, this was also about $30. Our service was poor. The waiter didn't introduce himself, as I said, and he did not ask if we wanted anything more than water to drink. He was barely able to be heard over the loud music, but he also didn't say much. He did not check up on us during our meal or say anything while we waited 40+ minutes for our food. And when we went up to the cash register to pay our bill, we were left standing there for about 5 minutes while various servers and workers walked by and went behind the register without even acknowledging our presence. This was very off-putting and a terrible way to end a lackluster dinning experience. Upon paying our bill, we were forced to pay a mandatory 15% tip and a 7% service fee. And then they had the audacity to ask for an additional tip despite their poor service. We all left Platez feeling very disappointed, despite how delicious my mother and I's grits were. We all had the sentiment that we would have had a better time eating at Waffle House because we went for brunch food in the first place. Platez is (in my opinion) horribly overpriced and the service was terrible. I try to be positive, but I would never come here again nor would I recommend it to anyone.

I visited Cafe Alsace recently to enjoy a Valentine's Day dinner with my wife. It had the same…read moreauthentic, small cafe charm that I remembered from a prior visit years ago, but in a nice touch it was also all decked out for the holiday. As many restaurants do for Valentine's Day, they offered a prix fixe menu including a starter (wonderful chestnut soup), main (we chose a savory crepe with sautéed chicken), and dessert (a light raspberry puff pastry). Each course was delicious and accented by additional Valentine's touches (see photos). I'm not an expert on French cuisine but I can say the food is reminiscent of meals I've enjoyed traveling in France. Service was on point and we were well taken care of throughout the night with each course arriving in a timely manner. Note they do not have parking or valet, so if you make a reservation allow time to find a parking spot in downtown Decatur (some of the public garages are quite pricey so a short walk is worthwhile). Cafe Alsace offers a delicious meal in a romantic setting, so give them a try if you want a can't-miss date night.

Cafe Alsace is a very cute French restaurant in Decatur square!…read more We came for date night and I called ahead to see if they would take a reservation, but they only do parties of 4 or more. We ended up taking one of the last tables, so I would definitely recommend getting here earlier in the night! We started with the bread and cheese board and tbh that was definitely the worst part of the night. I ended up not being a fan of 3/4 cheese, but I did really enjoy the bread. I had the beef bourguignon for my main while my fiance had the ratatouille with sausage. Out of the two, the beef bourguignon was the favorite! We ended the night with a crème brûlée that was really good. There's a lot of character in cafe Alsace and it's a very cute place for date night, and I'd definitely come back if I'm ever craving French food.

Loved the ambiance, service was great, delicious lunch! Great beer on tap. Would love to go back…read morehere...soon

I'm thrilled to share that I finally stopped by Brick Store Pub last Friday! I've visited Downtown…read moreDecatur Square countless times and walked past this spot over and over but this time, I got lucky and made it in for a drink. Brick Store Pub is an incredible place. The staff are fantastic, personable, friendly, and clearly passionate about what they do. They really know their craft and are happy to share recommendations on both drinks and food. The ambiance adds so much to the experience, I recommend you to come and relax on the patio or grab a seat at the bar. There's such a great vibe all around that makes you want to stay awhile. If you're in the area, definitely stop by, you'll enjoy every bit of the atmosphere that Brick Store has been giving all this time. I will be back!

Fantastic food and even better people! In a world where folks are quick to complain, it's important…read moreto recognize businesses that consistently get it right. The food is outstanding, the atmosphere is welcoming and the staff treats customers with warmth and respect. The servers go out of their way to make guests feel at home, and it's clear they genuinely care about providing great customer service. I can't recommend Homegrown enough to friends and family!

The food at homegrown was exactly what I needed in the early hours of my roadtrip. This spot came…read morehighly recommended and it did not disappoint. We came in on a Friday morning and were quickly seated. The restaurant is quirky and the walls are covered in local art for purchase. The biscuits were pillowy soft and buttery. The potatoes were well seasoned. The pancake, or "table cake" as our waitress referred to it, was twice the size of my face and delicious! I honestly think one meal can be split between two with how larger the portions are. I would definitely recommend if you are in the area!

I had a really great experience at South City Kitchen Midtown…read more The food was fresh, flavorful, and full of Southern comfort, and the atmosphere was cozy and welcoming. It's the kind of place that's easy to relax in and enjoy a good meal. The staff was friendly and made sure everything was just right throughout my visit. From the excellent service to the delicious food, everything exceeded my expectations. I'd definitely come back and recommend it to anyone looking for a great place to eat.

Fried chicken could have used a little more seasoning and they could have kept some of the juice…read morefrom the greens of the plate. Overall, it was pretty good. I would probably ask for the greens to come separately next time. We also sat outside and the breeze made it not so bad. I like fresh air while eating.

Came here for brunch and had a great time. The staff was super friendly. The food was delicious and…read morecan't recommend the pineapple jam enough. It's so good and the reason I come

A great breakfast spot for everyone - including those of us who eat plant-based, and would prefer…read morenot to eat off the side dishes going out to breakfast with friends. In fact, I have ordered the same menu item as my meat loving friend: the curry bowl - I just have the waiter leave the eggs off. The veggie plate is served on an old school cafeteria tray, and has the benefit of including one of their famously good biscuits. I think my hands down favorite is the vegan grit bowl, which serves up flavor rich, fresh vegetables on top of grits. The breakfast satisfies exactly the same way scrambled eggs and bacon do - it's a plate full of filling, warm food that is a joy to eat. I am always a member of the clean plate club, but if I don't finish, I can take it home, and enjoy it later, and it is just as good reheated. A beloved neighborhood spot, so get there early on the weekends, or be prepared to wait. The serving staff are efficient and friendly, and the kitchen turns out reliably quick good food, so you will be seated in a reasonable time - it's worth the wait.