Definitely a special occasion location…read more Banshee has excellent service and an impeccable ambiance with the one caveat that a few more sound muffling features wouldn't go amiss. There's a large drinks menu that I can't comment on a teetotaler. I would've preferred a couple more non-alcoholic options, but I was able to get a flavored soda water so I didn't feel completely left out. The starters were the star of the menu to me. I had a great time ordering and sharing with my party, trying a bit of everything. Everything was delicious and beautiful. My single critique is that I wanted more of several items which is hardly a critique at all. Unfortunately I was somewhat let down by the vegan main which was a risotto with seasonal veg. The flavor was a little thin and it felt like a bit of an after thought compared to the other mains at my table. While I'm glad there's a vegan option, I'm not actually vegan! I just wanted the seasonal veg made to the chef's preference and was disappointed with the result. Everyone else at the table was thrilled with their meals though! Overall it was a tasty and enjoyable experience, though a few changes could've made it better.

We came in with a large group of 10, and every single person absolutely loved their drinks and…read moreentrées. The service was fantastic from start to finish, and the seasonal menu was perfectly curated. We started with the fry bread and the olives and focaccia. Both were amazing, but the pepperoni butter that came with the fry bread was everyone's favorite. For my main, I ordered the lamb pappardelle, which was delicious. The pasta was fresh and the ragu was so flavorful. I also got to try the scallop ravioli and the potato parfait that came with the strip steak--all of it was beautifully presented and incredibly tasty. As we were leaving, we noticed they were setting up a DJ booth for some live music. It looks like a really fun spot, and we can't wait to go back!

Attended a work dinner here this evening and it was wonderful! Service was fantastic especially…read moresince we kept talking and not being ready for anything when they'd come over! They made recommendations on food choices and humored us when we all decided to get something different to share asking for extra plates. I ordered the pot pie and a side house salad and practically licked my plate and bowl they were so freaking good! Sadly I didn't get any pictures because I was trying to be respectful of the company I was in but the dishes were all picture perfect! Love that they have a parking lot with plenty of space and a great dining room that was easy to accommodate several large parties! Looking forward to my next visit when I move to the area soon!

You have to make your way over to the Oak Grove neighborhood to try this local gem, Sprig!!!…read more Everything from the menu to the service is so thoughtfully done and curated! They have an incredible Gluten Free selection, which is not why we went, but I noted that if you were GF, this would be your heaven-on-earth. As you may notice, the menu is on the pricier side compared to other joints in the neighborhood. I'm here to tell you, it's WORTH it! I had an absolutely delicious Pot Roast. Everyone in my group of 5 got something different but loved it just to same. Fun fact: there's a hidden speakeasy inside the restaurant you should try out before/ after/ in lieu of dinner in the main restaurant. This place is EXCELLENT! Can't wait to return now.

Scout is a cute homey spot perfect for brunch. It doesn't look like a restaurant from the street so…read moreit's easy to miss. I had a reservation for 6 at 1pm on a Saturday. They weren't busy at that time so we would have been okay without a reservation. We sat out front at the picnic style table. I ordered a Bellini and the berry French toast. The French toast was delicious! I didn't realize it came stuffed with some sort of cream cheese like filling. Note it doesn't come with anything else like a meat or eggs. Everyone else at the table enjoyed their meals too, the egg white omelette smelled delectable! Parking: street spots

Came here for dinner on a Sunday night. It's all patronized, no need to make reservations unless…read moreyou're in a big group, do they can prep your table. We ordered an appetizer - fried cauliflower. It was lightly battered and not super oily, sprinkled with grated cheese, comes with a side of ranch dipping sauce. My salmon on farro was extra crispy as requested. The inside of my salmon was just cooked. Perfectly done. My husband's hot chicken burger with a side of onion rings was perfect and delicious, the side of onion was generous. Would come here again to try other items on their menu.

I've been here twice now, and I have loved it both times. I've been able to get a resy week-of for…read moreweekend nights both times I've been, which is so nice. The service has been great, and the waitstaff is super knowledgeable about their drinks and food. It's such a cool vibe inside, but it is very dark. It's kinda hard to see the menu - I wish they put small handheld flashlights on the tables. Multiple tables around us were using iPhone flashlights to see the menu which were so bright. The food is always incredible, and I'm partial to their seafood options. I've had both the snapper and the trout, and they were exceptional. Their cocktail menu is 10/10. Such unique combos of ingredients, but I've never had one I didn't love.

My husband and I celebrated our wedding anniversary here over the past week and we were both…read morepleasantly surprised with the food, service and ambiance of the restaurant! We snagged an early dinner reservation at 5:15 pm and surprisingly, people were already dining and they just got busier as time went on. We were greeted right away by our wonderful server (forgot her name though) and she asked if it was our first time there and if we were celebrating something. We answered yes to both and they actually brought us complimentary champagne, a sparkling non-alcoholic cider for me because I ordered a zero proof drink. Kimball House is known for their amazing bar program, so my husband ordered a Kimball House served with a side of olives and lemon twist on ice, like what?! I ordered a ginger & honey lime fizz to enjoy. For starters, we also enjoyed Hawaiian rolls, green salad and some oysters for my husband. The rolls and salad came out super fast, but there was quite a wait for our drinks and oysters that I didn't think they were going to come out. The rolls are a must-get here - they're huge and the strawberry preserve it was served with was delicious! The salad was actually split in half, which was a super nice touch and was plenty of serving between two people. We loved the dressing - it was nice and fresh. For our entree, I ordered a trout and my husband ordered the duck breast. I was a bit underwhelmed when I saw my plate because I was thinking it would be a plate full of grits, but what was served was the perfect amount because it was quite heavy. The trout by itself was too salty for my taste, but was best eaten with a bite of collards and grits. My husband enjoyed his meal, but wished the duck was cooked a bit more. For dessert, we both enjoyed a Paris Brest. Our server actually put it in twice so we each got one when she meant to only punch in one, but she ended up taking one off from our bill. I was quite shocked that our whole dinner was only around $190, not including tip, which I thought was quite reasonable. We definitely recommend this place for date night or simply for delicious food.

If I could give more than five stars, I would. I've been here twice in the last week and a…read morehalf...first, for dinner and second visit for brunch. I hope people discover that this place is also great for brunch as the crowd was more sparse for brunch. For dinner, we had the mezze, tabbouleh, and beef kabobs. All delicious! For brunch, we had shakshuka. Perhaps not traditional (the eggs appeared baked), but it was perfectly spiced. We ordered the French press coffee and it was the most beautiful coffee presentation I've ever seen....and delicious! Service is attentive, but not overbearing. Overall, I'd say this one has entered my Top 5 in Atlanta. I will be a frequent customer!

I got he worst food poisoning i think a person could get…read more Ngl the atmosphere is nice but the menu was too gentrified and the portions were SO SMALL and SO EXPENSIVE I paid 55$ for one skewer of lamb over grain and a drink. Soooo overpriced. The next morning I felt a tightness in my stomach. I knewwww the 1 skewer of lamb looked undercooked when I cut into it but I trusted them. I proceeded to barf for the entire day and I have never felt more sick. Couch-bound with the barf bucket. So humbling. Trust your gut when looking at the meat if you go bc my gut is shiddin and barfin.

This is hands down my favorite restaurant in Atlanta and one of the few places I genuinely never…read moreget tired of coming back to. I originally found Gigi's while celebrating my brother and I's birthday, and it ended up becoming a tradition for us to come back every year. Even after he moved away, I've kept coming back for my own birthday because this place just feels special. This visit I ordered the polenta with caviar, beef carpaccio with boquerones, roasted brassicas, spicy rigatoni, chicken milanese, and tiramisu. What I love most about Gigi's is that the menu is smaller, but everything feels intentional and well executed. Nothing feels like filler. Every dish tastes fresh and thoughtfully put together. My absolute favorite thing on the menu is the beef carpaccio. I could order that every single visit and still not get tired of it. The service here has always been impeccable and I really appreciate that they're welcoming to solo diners and keep bar seating available. One thing to know is if you sit near the open kitchen, it can get a little warm, but honestly it's worth it. Overall, this is one of those restaurants that reminds me why I love food so much. Definitely make a reservation because they stay busy.

Came for my birthday and highly recommend having reservations. I will say, I did call to change my…read morereservation time because the resy app only had like three time slots available (a week in advance too!!) and the person who picked up was very rude! She said we don't pick up the phones during service hours just email us, frankly, if I have to email a restaurant I don't want to dine there. And also there email was nowhere to be found on the website. Thankfully, we called back the next day (hopefully during a less busy time? 5:30, they changed it for us in two second so not sure why the other lady had such an attitude about it. Almost really ruined my experience and I was going to dine elsewhere. Started off with focaccia and beef carpaccio. The beef carpaccio was good! Although very very thin serving. We got two pasta dishes and th trout. The pasta dish with shrimp only came with five small pastas, I thought this was kind of pricey and crazy! $32 for five pieces of pasta?! The pork pasta dish was also very very salty. Though a bigger portion for $34, it was okay at best. The trout was definitely the better entree in my opinion. We also got a slice of tiramisu, and this was my favorite item all night. It was sweet and light! They also don't give any free appetizers for your birthday just fyi! The server was friendly, and came to check on us frequently. Overall, the food was okay, and the phone service was off putting. I think it's a quaint and cozy restaurant to experience once, but would def get a better bang for your buck elsewhere.

Went to Apres Diem on a Thursday night and sat at the bar as there was a lot of space. The…read morebartender was very kind, friendly, and made us feel welcome right away. We ordered a few drinks including the sangria and a Light Saber, and the Absolution, which had a nice spicy kick to it, definitely a good choice if you like something with a little heat. For food, we started with the fried calamari, which was a great appetizer. Then we had the Salmon Farfalle and the ravioli. Both dishes were very good, flavorful, and filling. We couldn't skip dessert and ended up getting the chocolate cakes, which were delicious and the perfect way to end the meal. At one point, the power went out for a few minutes, but the staff handled it really well by bringing out candles and small lamps for everyone, which actually created a really cute and cozy atmosphere. Overall, a really solid spot with great food, drinks, and service. Definitely worth checking out for a nice, relaxed night out.

This is a cute restaurant nearby the beltline that serves dinner and brunch on the weekend / lunch…read moreduring the week. They have both indoor and outdoor seating so it's a good spot to grab food and drinks on a nice day. The food was pretty decent and it was a nice spot to hang out. There's plenty of parking out front. If you're walking from the beltline, you have to get off by Trader Joe's and walk around to get to the complex where this restaurant is located.

My friends and I were here for the world cup this weekend, and decided to stop in at the suggestion…read moreof another friend in our group. In short- we are very glad that we did. We placed a reservation online and arrived a little early to fight the ATL traffic, and our table was still ready for us. The standout at this location to us was the service. Our server, Erin was insanely knowledgeable about the menu. Her recommendations were catered to our taste perfectly. I had the chicken, which was seared beautifully while still remaining juicy. I also had a cocktail which tasted carefully crafted. We enjoyed the ambiance of the restaurant as well, the decor was hip and right in our style. Overall a very positive experience- thanks to erin and everyone working that night for your attentiveness!

Friends invited us, and they're into the whole tiki aesthetic, so the cocktails and decor are right…read morein their wheelhouse. Meanwhile, we found the whole thing to be a chore. First, I tried to see the menu online but quickly found there are a lot of menus and they change, so you can't really know what they're serving. They had just five entrees to pick from, and none were very appetizing. Each was over-engineered, too. They were good about asking about allergies, but if you're traveling and careful about introducing new things to your diet, maybe this place isn't for you. They do have a steak. At $200, it's made for the entire table. You can't just get a steak, even though they clearly have steak. Frankly, a lot of the menu was just gross. Sweetbreads, steak tartare, veal. We picked a chicken plate with potatoes. The potatoes were fine. The chicken was very dry. I asked for iced tea. "We don't serve tea products" was the response. WTF? And while the cocktail and wine choices seemed numerous, the beer was extremely limited. We just stuck with water. Then there was the service. The staff were polite and prompt, but some of the habits were just deeply weird. They kept coming by and folding our napkins. Like, you get up, use the bathroom (an unmarked door adjacent to the kitchen), come back, and somebody has picked up your napkin, the one you've been touching your face with, folded it with their bare hands, and left it there. Look, servers roll silverware and I'm no germophobe, but we really don't need more people touching my napkin throughout the meal, do we? This carried over to other staff who would randomly stop by to clear plates and wipe the table down while we all had to stop talking, watch them replace perfectly clean silverware with new perfectly clean silverware, and then leave. Always with new people. None of this makes it a bad restaurant. It's probably exactly what some people are looking for. It just isn't for me.