This restaurant is really the best kept secret in Atlanta!…read more My family visited here this week for the first time since around 2014 and, despite our fears that it wouldn't live up to the great experience we had then, they EXCEEDED our expectations. We ordered so much and everything was delicious - nothing below an 8/10 in my opinion. We ordered the seafood spring rolls (8/10), crab benigets (8/10 with a special note of originality), and the shrimp appetizer (10/10). Spring rolls- very crispy and flaky, had the "sea floor" variety of seafood inside, flavorful 3 sauces to go with it Crab beignets- a slightly cheesy and airy beignet with a genius crab dip blend. The whole table was surprised on how good it was. Shrimp appetizer- the best "bang bang" shrimp I've had. Shrimps are very large and has a nice fruit salsa to go with. Everyone at the table loved their entrees but I can only truly speak for the ones I tried. Seafood Curry- I will NEVER eat curry anywhere else! I LOVEEEEE THIS CURRY! All the seafood is so fresh, the curry is so flavorful that I literally slurped the rest off my plate. There was also such a variety of veggies in there that were also very fresh and firm (not soggy). For the price especially, you get sooooo much and with such a thoughtful recipe. According to our waitress, it's the only recipe that hasn't changed since the restaurant opened in 2012! Fried chicken - I didn't try the chicken itself, but I did try the Mac and cheese and greens that came with it. Let me tell you, I am very picky about Mac and cheese and this rivals the best Mac and cheese I've had in Atlanta (toast on Lenox)! The greens were also fantastic and flavorful, but a little on the sweet side if that's what your preference is. For dessert, all 4 of us shared one slice of the suspension cake and couldn't even finish it! It was ginormous (literally the size of your head). I won't even go into details- just order it! The ambiance is so intimate and unique- not feeling like an "uptight" boujie restaurant, but curated and thoughtful. They have very nice seating outdoor that is enclosed as well as a beautiful bar area. Lastly, the service is fantastic. I genuinely can't recall my waitresses name, but they speak so highly of the head chef (Calvin) and most have worked there 8+ years, so it really feels like home. I write this review with hesitance because I want this place to remain a secret, but how could I not brag! Book the reservation!

My husband and I were in Atlanta attending a conference and doing some research when we came across…read morePoor Calvin's online. We intentionally avoided reading reviews because we wanted to form our own opinion, and we're so glad we did. From the moment we arrived, we were welcomed warmly by the host, which immediately set the tone for a great dining experience. Once seated, our waiter was attentive, personable, knowledgeable, and genuinely seemed to care that we enjoyed our meal. The food was outstanding, the drinks were excellent. Poor Calvin's delivered from start to finish. If you're visiting Atlanta or you're a local looking for a restaurant that combines exceptional food with outstanding hospitality, Poor Calvin's is well worth the visit. We left with absolutely no complaints and look forward to returning the next time we're in Atlanta.

The food here is truly amazing! But the best part is the amazing Mylita! She treats us like family…read moreand always recommends the best dishes on the menu! It's obvious that she truly loves people! Hats off to the kitchen staff, our dinner tonight was outstanding!! Looking forward to being back in January!!

In my search for a great Downtown Atlanta dinner experience, I came across Alma Cocina and it is…read moredefinitely that: Latin soul food. The ambience is warm and vibrant, and the bar creates unique, fresh cocktails that immediately set the tone. I indulged in the chicken tinga tacos and sweet plantains, and the savory aroma and bold flavors were extraordinary. The colors, the energy, and the presentation transport you straight to a Mexican fiesta. The exquisite food was accompanied by great ambiance and excellent customer service.

I was recommended to this place while in town for work. Very impressive. It hit on many notes for…read moreme. First off, felt really "neighborhood local", and I like that. In kinda an older building, the place really had local charm, in an upscale setting. Kinda gave me a New Orleans vibe. I went right to the fried chicken since that what they are known for. Normally that comes with collard greens, and mashed potatoes, yet I subbed out the potatoes for grits. It came with a deboned breast, and a large wing. PERFECT crust, and the meat was so steamy tender and perfectly cooked. Really top notch fried chicken. Collards were great, and so were the grits. I'm salivating now just remembering it. Also served with 2 cornbread muffins that helped soak up some of the collard jus. All served with very respectful service. I can't wait to go back.

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.