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.

Rating this a 5 star because I honestly have nothing negative to say. Parking was relatively easy…read moreat the Interlock parking garage across the street. The restaurant is not hard to find and the ambiance is chefs kiss immediately when you walk in. The lights are dim but not too dim and the music was a reasonable volume and they definitely played some bops lol. My party of 3 had a reservation, we were slightly late but they still sat us. Our server, Alexis, was lovely. We were celebrating our bride to be and she allowed us time to open bridesmaid boxes. Food: I went with options that were constantly praised on social media and I was not let down. The lychee martini was good, but if you're a texture person then you may not like the creamy feel. The shrimp fried rice was pretty basic but still good. The oxtail spring rolls paired with honey mustard were really good. I also enjoyed the spicy tuna crispy rice and pork dumplings. I would definitely order these all again and maybe try some new options.

So I want to be completely honest with my review because Atlanta is known for hyping restaurants up…read moreand then not living up to the hype. Starting with the service, it was honestly amazing from the door to the table to the bar. Everyone I came in contact with was very hospitable and made our experience great. However, the food was underwhelming. We ordered every single appetizer that our server suggested. I will give them. The appetizers are good with notable mentions for the tuna spoons, the oxtail, spring rolls, and the dumplings. The entrées, though were not my favorite. The filet mignon is more of a beef and broccoli situation and although we knew that it easily gave me a higher end mall Chinese food. The fried rice was extremely dry. We had the lobster and the shrimp. The lobster fried rice had little tomato no lobster in it and for the price it was disappointing. We also got chicken lo mein which probably was the best entrée we had. I will say the drinks are amazing if I had to choose I would probably go back and just get drinks and appetizers. One note for the restaurant, we had the spare ribs which were extremely red on the inside and had a very tangy taste, and unfortunately everyone at my table that had it the next day was running to the restroom. That was the only common denominator we could find. Our food did come out in a timely manner however, some of it was lukewarm, it gives they may make them in batch and bring them out. They came out before our drink. It is very aesthetically pleasing in here. I will give them that. We went on a Friday night and the music was amazing. Good R&B hits!

I went here on my first date with my current girlfriend! This place was very gluten free and…read morevegetarian friendly in my opinion :) I tried the NA wine and she had a mocktail, so also very sober-friendly (thought the cocktails look sooo good) We shared the green beans, Brussels sprouts and japchae- sooooo good We had a reservation, which I'd reccomend :) it was a really nice date spot because you'd feel comfortable dressing up or dressing down - we sat inside but they had outside seating as well. The best part was the mango sticky rice - sooooo good It was really such a special date, I'm so glad she picked Ruby Chow's - I've been wanting to go foreverrrrr Would go again for sure!

I made a reservation for Ruby Chow's based the reviews for my niece's birthday. Overall, we really…read moreenjoyed it. The restaurant is beautiful, red velvet curtains, baroque flowered wallpaper. The service was excellent. They have a very nice wine, cocktail, and mocktail list. I had the purple rain, light and bubbly. My friend enjoyed her gingery King's Ransom. The menu is Chinese and Asian fusion, and a short list of sushi. Chinese is always meant to be shared. We had the miso truffle salmon and each of the steam buns to start. I thought the salmon was very good, I do not normally like capers, but liked the way they prepared them. The katsu was probably the best of the buns, nicely crispy. The tofu was good a well, with a nice kick, the young one in our group found it too spicy. I would not order the short rib again, it was fine, but I've had much better short rib. We then had the chicken satay, roti canai, and the miso cod. The chicken satay had good flavor, and paired well with the peanut sauce and pickles. I did find it a bit too fatty. The miso cod was perfectly cooked, and the flavor was just right. Note that it is a very small portion. The best dish was the roti, a yellow curry with chicken and veggies with two flaky peice of roti. So good. The star of the meal though was the mango sticky rice, with sorbet and small bits of mochi. This is one of the best versions I've ever had. Do not miss this dessert! The issue I had with our visit is we, a group of three, were seated by the door, which was also near the kitchen door. The seating felt cramped, and every few minutes one of the doors was slamming, which made it a less pleasant experience. There were also several other tables open that we could have been seated at instead.

Lovely meal and great service…read more We had a lovely experience at Nova II Sushi Bar and Asian Bistro. The food came out quickly, right on time, and was served hot. Our waiter, Randy, was attentive and helpful. I told him I did not want anything sweet, and after asking if I liked whiskey, he recommended the Tokyo Sidecar cocktail, which I really enjoyed. We ordered wonton soup, spicy salmon, seafood combination hibachi, calamari and salad. Everything was tasty and well presented. I would give 4.5 stars if there was a half rating option. Overall, a very good experience and I would recommend it.

Tried Nova Sushi Bar & Asian Bistro and I'm honestly impressed. The sushi was incredibly fresh you…read morecan really taste the quality in every bite. Everything was made perfectly and came out looking just as good as it tasted, and very timely! Shoutout to Rendy for the amazing service too! Super attentive, friendly, and made the whole experience even better. Definitely a spot I'll be coming back to

Amazing sushi and nigiri. Very nice people too. It is in colony square and they are one of the few…read morerestaurants that will bring your food to you. Colony square has an amazing vibe. Definitely recommend

We stopped by Politan Row for sushi after leaving the High Museum. The vibe was great as always…read morewith a good crowd, and a cool atmosphere. Unfortunately, the sushi was a miss. My Red Dragon Roll tasted off; the shrimp tempura wasn't fresh, and the rice was gummy. My son didn't like his California Roll either. We ended up tossing the food and going for pizza instead. Great vibe, but the sushi was not to our liking.

Food clearly prepared by a chef and not just anyone. The egg drop soup had a subtle flavor i…read morecouldnt identify but enjoyed. My (off the lunch menu) mongolian beef also had subtle flavors but the wonderful surprise was the crispy, fresh onions and slightly rare but tender beef. Steamed rice was perfect but next time ill pay the extra $1 for the fried rice. The spring roll was crisp and tasty. But best of all, was the delight our waiter expressed when we were pleased with the food. Lovely soft quiet backgroynd music.

I'll begin, as all honest assessments should, with the disappointment so that what follows may be…read moreconsidered with clear eyes and an unclouded palate. I ordered the Shandong braised chicken, a dish presented with its protein resting atop a glossy sauce and a generous scattering... ten or more pieces of accompanying dough. In theory, this bread should serve as both sponge and companion, absorbing the depth of the braise and rounding the dish into comfort. In practice, it was profoundly compromised. The dough was unmistakably moldy, visibly, undeniably so. This alone is alarming in any dining establishment; it signals a breakdown not just in execution, but in fundamental kitchen vigilance. More troubling than the oversight itself was the response. When the issue was brought to the attention of the waiter, the reaction suggested familiarity rather than concern as though such an occurrence fell within the realm of the expected. There was no urgency, no visible embarrassment, no effort to meaningfully rectify the moment. The tone felt faintly dismissive. The effect on the room was immediate: the couple seated ahead of us, having witnessed the exchange, opted against ordering an entrée at all. That, in itself, speaks volumes. There were, however, redeeming elements. The spicy beef was well-prepared, delivering heat with balance rather than bravado. The diced potatoes were excellent, crisp at the edges, tender within, and seasoned with confidence. These dishes hinted at a kitchen capable of competence, even finesse, when fundamentals align. The atmosphere added an unexpected layer. Spa music drifted through the dining room an odd choice for a meal that aims to be bold and hearty, creating a tonal dissonance that never quite resolved. Service hovered in the realm of "acceptable," buoyed largely by polite refrains of "yes sir" and "no ma'am," though these formalities felt more like compensation for a lack of true attentiveness than genuine hospitality. I would not go so far as to discourage anyone from dining here. There is promise, and there are flashes of real quality. But I would offer this advice plainly and without drama: inspect your food carefully. Mold has no place on the plate, and until that reality is treated with the seriousness it demands, the experience remains compromised no matter how good the potatoes may be.

We were in town for the World Cup and booked a reservation at Whiskey Bird for Thursday night at…read more6:30. We took an uber but there was a parking lot across the street and plenty of street parking. What a fun place! We had the following dishes: Ahi tuna gyoza tacos - my favorite dish of the night Crispy brussels Thai steak & noodle salad Bourbon roasted salmon Everything was delicious! We shared all the dishes. My daughter had the buttered noodles off the kids menu. Plenty of options on the kids menu! Service was friendly and our server helped us choose options. There are great cocktail options. We had an aviation and midnight margarita. The vibe and ambiance are perfect for a fun GNO or date night. I appreciated the robust kids menu so we could go out as a family and I would be able to have a great meal at a local spot!

10% military discount! I came here after my Pilates…read moreworkout. I was gonna work from here but there is no Wi-Fi. It definitely would be better with Wi-Fi because I love the space, I could work form here. The chicken tacos were just the right amount for lunch. I also grabbed the tuna toast, it was good it just needed a little bit more razzle-dazzle for me. The gimlet drink made with vodka or gin was refreshing! But not on the menu but still you can request it. A hibiscus limeade was also good. Jamie as the bartender and she was a sweetheart. I will be back. Thank you guys.

Best dumplings that I have EVER had. Ever…read more I visited Mushi Ni one afternoon while at The Works and when I saw the dumplings, I knew I had to check them out. I initially planned for the bao buns only, but the prices were quite reasonable thanks to the $16 lunch special - so I thought I'd try a bit more. So glad that I did. Mushi Ni has an electronic ordering system which was really easy to navigate. I chose my lunch special and added in my dumplings, and poof - the order was on the way to the kitchen. I walked around the food hall for a few so I don't really know how quickly my order was completed, but when I returned, the guy behind the counter saw me and started bagging it up. I found a seat outside for some natural lighting and started snapping away. I really went to enjoy and share the bao buns but figured I'd have a quick bite of the dumplings and keep it pushing. Listen. WOW. I was immediately taken aback because, what?! They were spicy, so savory and full of pork, with a little punch of lime in there somewhere. I didn't even need to have a second bite before I decided that I *had* to order a second round. Wow. The fries were also phenomenal! Super crunchy, the seasonings on top were such a nice touch. And the trend continued with the fluffy, flavorful bao buns. Seriously just an all-around amazing experience. I thought I'd enjoy their food but this experience exceeded my expectations. I can't wait to have more of those dumplings!

Mushi Ni in Inman Park is a great new spot for anyone coming off the beltline looking for a snack…read more Emphasis on SNACK though, the portions for all dishes are not particularly large, so if you're super hungry, order LOTS. Kind of pricey for the amount of food you get. Bao are taco-shaped rather than encased. Best we had was the brisket, but the cauliflower one was undercooked. Shout out to the Thai tea martini, very yummy! Service was great, and it's very aesthetically pleasing inside.