10 out of 10 recommend!…read more From the moment we arrived, the host team took such great care of us. We were there celebrating our engagement, and they made it feel so special by decorating our table with rings and confetti to celebrate our love. Our server gave us so much attention and made the experience feel personal. Since it was our first time there, they took the time to walk us through some of the best items on and off the menu, and shared their favorite dishes. Everything was done with care. The restaurant was clean, the bathroom was amazing, and the food was worth every dollar. The short rib was so tender, and the New York strip was seasoned to perfection and cooked medium well just how we like it. The twice-baked potato loaded with bacon, sour cream, chives, and cheese was delicious, and the mac and cheese was so good. I also appreciated that they allowed me to order it without the roasted saltine crackers. I can't wait to visit again!

Filet- with herb crust- 5 stars Hash brown - 3 stars…read morePork chop- 5 stars Service 5 stars. We were celebrating our birthdays with a trip to Atlanta. They gave us a delicious dessert and cookies. Service was great! Why am I taking off a star? Just to have you ponder: Restaurant is nearly full on a Monday night. We have an 8:30 reservation for a party of two. My hubby is business casual and I am dressed up. We are seated downstairs with another black couple and a group of 4 people visiting ATL for FIFA. No one else was seated downstairs...The entire night! Why were we seated downstairs? Why was no one else seated downstairs? I checked upstairs and there was not a single group of color in the main dining room. Coincidence???

We dined at Casa Cielo, a neighborhood favorite that never disappoints. Their cocktail menu is…read moreoutstanding, especially the mezcal creations. We tried the La Piñata and the Smokey Old Fashioned, which arrived in a dramatic smoke dome--such a fun presentation. For our first bites, we ordered the Tostadas: handmade corn tostadas served with both red and green avocado sauces. They were fresh, vibrant, and a perfect start to the meal. Our main courses were equally impressive. The Short Rib with Mole Amarillo came with pickled habanero onions, rice, and plantains--rich, tender, and beautifully balanced. We also enjoyed the Arrachera, an outside skirt steak served with sautéed onions, chimichurri, rustic potatoes, and a bouquet salad. Every dish was plated beautifully and tasted exceptional. Our server, Dalia, made the experience even better. She was warm, knowledgeable, and attentive--always appearing at just the right moment, whether to refill our water or guide us through the menu. Overall, it was another amazing visit. We go there often and have never been disappointed.

TLDR: one of my favorite ATL restaurants, lamb tuetano bone marrow tacos are a stand out. Remember…read moreto validate parking immediately. This is my second time here and both times have been so good. We came as a party of 3 and left so happy and full. I love Mexican food holy moly We got the queso and octopus shrimp ceviche as starters. The queso was 3 cheeses: American, cotija, and Oaxacan. They heated it up under a salamander so it was nice and crispy on top, while being gooey all throughout. Also came with a couple of nice salsas. The ceviche was not my favorite because I don't prefer raw(ish) octopus, but the squid ink sauce was very flavorful. For our mains the 3 of us shared the red snapper, tuetano with lamb, and the mixteco poblano pepper. Red snapper had a nice charred smoky flavor from being grilled. Was more meaty than flaky in texture. It was our second time getting the mixteco poblano pepper and it hits. Highly recommend eating with some of the salsa as well if you get queso. The duck carnitas in it wasn't particularly duck-y today, but still very good. Best dish is definitely the tuetano. The bone marrow is so incredibly flavorful with the blue corn tortillas. Add some of the pickled onions and it's hard to go wrong with that flavor combo of salt, fat, and acid. if you're going to order one thing, I'd order this and share with a friend and tbh it's enough to be filling. For dessert we got the volcan de chocolate (basically lava cake). The lava cake and coconut ice cream combo is fantastic. You get bits of coconut flakes as you eat! Fair warning it isn't the brownie texture you may be used to, it's a bit more cakey. Amazing service the whole night! Almost got our cars booted because we forgot to validate until 1.5 hours in but luckily we were fine. The staff let us know they have been booting cars though so be wary!

Food was so good and service was a 10/10! Really liked the ambiance as well. Felt very intimate for…read moremy husbands birthday.

Dinning experience was out of this world!!!! The servers for very informative about the menu, had…read morenice recommendations on sides and gave boundless hospitality!

We had a wonderful dinner at The Optimist, start to finish. We brought our 8‑month‑old with us and…read morewere promptly seated, no stress at all. Our daughter spent the first few minutes waving at the staff, and they genuinely lit up every time -- such a warm, welcoming vibe right from the jump. Starters We kicked things off with the she‑crab soup, and that's when we knew the meal was going to be special. Tons of rich crab flavor and chunks of crab. The crispy shrimp toast was another hit -- crunchy, savory, and a great pairing with the soup. We also ordered the Baker's Dozen oysters, chef's selection. All 13 were fresh, clean, and briny in the best way. Next up: the Spanish octopus, and honestly... top five octopus dish we've had. Cooked perfectly -- tender, melt‑in‑your‑mouth texture. The salsa macha added just the right amount of heat, and the marcona almonds brought a great crunch with the cilantro, lime, and mint brightening everything up. What a beautifully composed dish. We finished with the Halibut and Lady peas. The Halibut was topped with lobster and served with a lobster butter sauce, chives, and capers. Rich, buttery, flaky, and perfectly cooked. The lady peas (fava beans, asparagus, and a generous mound of blue crab) were another standout. So much flavor, but everything complemented each other instead of competing. One of those sides you keep looking for more of when it's gone. --- Overall Every dish was thoughtful, balanced, and executed at a high level. Service was warm and genuinely kind -- especially with our little one. 10/10 would recommend

We have been coming to the ford Frye restaurants for almost 10 years. They've had great service,…read moregreat food and a great time. Over the years we've seen things decrease especially at the optimist. The hosts were great and they always give us great service but the food had been the lacking the last couple of services where the she crab soup lacked crab, the swordfish over cooked multiple times. This time in particular we ordered the whole lobster and was offered to have it taken out of the shell for us. HIGHLY DO NOT RECOMMEND. When we got the lobster we got a full tail but one claw and no knuckles. When we addressed with the server, she argued with us that that's how a lobster is and that there could be more meat hidden on the plate. It felt like she thought we were there to just get more food by saying "so what do you want, more meat" but if we had it in the shell we would have received our full portion. The manager on duty tried to make it up to us by comping the lobster but it was more than that. After going back and forth with the server we just wanted the check to leave. The manager on duty insisted to give us the lobster and take it home. The server wasn't very polite and argued with us about the lobster. I wish I remembered the servers name With that said, the amount of money we have spent there over the years, it's unfortunate that that will be our last time going to the Optimist.

Such a unique and memorable place to visit. Entering through the classic London‑style red phone…read morebooth sets the tone immediately, leading you into a dark, warm, and beautifully maintained speakeasy. The atmosphere is classy without trying too hard, and the cocktails are truly top‑tier -- crafted by some of the most skilled bartenders you'll ever see. If you enjoy cigars, this is the perfect spot to relax, sip, and take in the experience. Whether you're there for the drinks, the vibe, or just something different, Red Phone Booth delivers. A great night and an experience I highly recommend.

My friend and I walked in during FIFA and immediately felt unwelcome…read more Bartenders were extremely rude. Asked how long they've been opened to be told "what is it to you" twice. Asked if I could smoke- being polite although a smoking bar- to be told the 2nd bartenders doesn't like it. Rude and weird experience. $50 for 2 drinks I don't leave reviews often Spend your money elsewhere in a city that provides better hospitality. Without snikering waitstaff and going out of their way rude bar staff

Food is great so good Served in a good time of ordering…read more Amazing ambiance Drew Garrard

This is my second time visiting Woodall. I didn't write a review for the first vist. But I can say…read morethe food was delicious. Today our waitress Ms. Crystal was amazing. My cousin brought me in for a birthday brunch. We decided to get a shareable starters and every single dish was amazing. The Charred Okra, the avocado toast, the Gougères, wilted garlic spinach and the Cacio E Pepe was delicious. And that Matcha Cucumber Gimlet was so good and refreshing. I highly recommend everything. Woodall restaurant is so relaxing. Perfect for a date night.

Best. Wedge. Salad. EVER. Taste it for yourself…read more I should have taken a pic; i didnt cause i thought... this is isnt sullivans... but the i ate it ... the dressing, the green onions...its real... do it! Jill makes a smooth angels revenge!

What in the world? This is my husband's favorite restaurant, and we've come here for years. We…read moreordered drinks, appetizers, and entrees. Our drinks were still not served when we were halfway through our entree, 30 mins after we arrived. I canceled mine, as I didn't want an after-dinner drink, I expected it before or with starters. There was no apology after my cancellation, and this did not rush them to produce my husband's drink either. It was served about 15 minutes later, after our table had been cleared. Still charged us for it, though! We finished our waters with the appetizers, but no refill until specifically requested near the end of our entrees when our bar drinks were a no-show. The fries are always my favorite. Not today! They were all stuck together in a mass and chewy, almost like they had been reheated a few times a long while ago. My prime rib was fine, my husband's usual order, a ribeye, was not good. The outside of the steak was tough, but raw in the center, and tasteless. Double-cooked? This was very disappointing, as we have tried almost every steakhouse in ATL, and this has always been his favorite. I specified on Resy that it was a birthday dinner - no mention of that, either.

The food was amazing definitely a 10 out of 10 I highly recommend everyone to try it out. The…read moret-bone steak was juice and crispy

I had such a great experience at STK Atlanta! We went on a Friday for happy hour and made…read morereservations, although honestly, we probably didn't need them. I was actually surprised there weren't more people there because this place is a hidden gem! The location is incredibly convenient, with a parking garage right next door offering two hours of free parking, which is a huge plus in Atlanta. The happy-hour menu is fantastic, with $3, $6, and $9 menu items that come in the perfect portions. They also offer specialty cocktails for just $9 that are normally $23--a great deal! The atmosphere is trendy, stylish, and energetic, while the service was attentive without being overbearing. Even one of the managers stopped by our table to make sure we were enjoying our visit, which really stood out to me. Overall, STK Atlanta is definitely worth checking out, especially for Friday happy hour. Great food, great atmosphere, excellent service, and an unbeatable happy-hour value. I'll definitely be back!

After a long day of meetings, hanging out at Rocks with friends this was the perfect place…read more Rocks is located in the lobby of the Marriott. You don't have to go into the hotel to access the restaurant however. From the many wine options to Buffalo Trace Bourbon we were set! There is really neat story behind Buffalo Trace Burbon (you will have to ask - hopefully the person you ask will know). Everyone enjoyed their dinner. Those that had the pork chop and Brussels sprouts certainly had the nicest looking plate. Huge pork chop was the big hit. I liked that you could order anything from a burger to a fish, steak, or pork chop. The 8 of us had a very nice meal and great conversation. We were never rushed. In fact we sat there for a bit afterward and they were okay with that. We will be back - it was a short walk back to our rooms. Lol. Enjoy!

I had a fine meal at Rocks. My hotel next door suggested that o go there because it was within…read morewalking distance. The service was friendly and responsive and the club sandwich was great. I had a drink but then took my meal back. It it was a good experience!

This restaurant was absolutely amazing the food was great the service and the atmosphere was great…read more We visited ATL for my cousin's birthday and decided to eat here and a time was had. The manager Rick was the best he kept checking on us making sure everything was OK, and let's not forget about our server Shai she had great recommendations on what to eat and i got the Sea Bass with crab meat which was amazing Chef's kiss. Thank you.​​

Back at it and I wanted to give it a 5 stars until one of our friends had issues with her outfit…read more She had a cotton top and pants on which fitted her well and it was said to be sweats. But you had patrons in shorts and flip flops sports wear and very unappealing but had no issues with that. Our table spent over $1000 sitting and eating and just to make an outfit that fitted her well and for her age which you had no idea who she was is appalling. Daniel was our server and Daniel did the damn thing! My husband and brother in law celebrated a birthday the kitchen did so well on food and proper cooking executed our 10 top so well and no one was without and food hit the table at the same time! Food tasted great we were all hungry and left full.