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    Mali Restaurant

    3.8 (481 reviews)
    ModerateThai, Sushi Bars
    Closed 11:30 am - 2:30 pm, 5:30 PM - 9:30 PM

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    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Dogs allowed
    Good for groups

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    Nice bar area with a TV
    Brad M.

    Ma Li is a gem of a neighborhood Thai restaurant and has been around for many years, which is usually a sign of quality in Atlanta's competitive restaurant scene. The staff is always welcoming and attentive whether you dine in one of the main dining areas or at the bar. The vibe is "nicer casual" and it's the versatile kind of place you can take a date for a nice meal, have dinner with friends, or grab a timely business lunch. As for the food, I measure Thai restaurants by their Pad Thai (it is the national dish, after all) and Ma Li shines with their version: fresh noodles, subtlely sweet sauce with peanuts, and tender chicken and shrimp; it's probably my favorite in the city. They also have an expansive menu with many Thai staples and also offer sushi if some in your group wants something different. The adjacent parking lot can get crowded on the weekend, but being in a neighborhood this is not an issue as ample street parking can be found a short walk away. If you are craving some first-rate Thai food, give Ma Li a try!

    Bar area
    Harry U.

    Food is very delicious and the service is fast too. The shop itself is a Frankenstein of different buildings but it works! The supernova mocktail is splendid

    Indoor seating with view of the extended outdoors.
    Karen G.

    Our church women's ministry group wanted to host a year end dinner and we chose Mali and they did not disappoint! From accommodations of the number of guest, to a customize menu, to great service, tasty food, and great drink drinks. It was an excellent evening and a wonderful choice for our group. . We were able to sit downstairs in the large dining section, and everyone was pleasantly surprised at how good the food was from the appetizers to the main meals . Cherry, helped us with accommodations and we are grateful. Many of the ladies states that they definitely will return again soon.

    Spicy Tuna Roll
    Jenna D.

    Had a lovely dinner here last night! Sat in the busy upstairs area where we were able to watch the football game near the bar. Tables are close together in this tight space but not too close to where you can hear others conversations. It was a very cozy atmosphere and good escape from the cold. We had the Tom Kha Soup to start which was more lemony than other Tom Kha's I've had, which I really enjoyed. Plenty of chicken and mushrooms in the soup. Also, it's labeled GF which is always very handy! Next was the Spicy Tuna Roll, which was spicy enough to catch my husband by surprise. 6 pieces for $13. We had the Panang Curry for the main dish to split and it was plenty of food for both of us. Of note, this is also labeled GF! It was 2 chili pepper signs on the menu (indicating medium) and the spice definitely hit after each bite, but it was not overwhelming. The pieces of chicken were really large and the curry was so delicious - also it was plated beautifully. Only downside was that each additional rice portion (which I forgot to take pics of) was $4, which was pretty steep. The serving that accompanies the curry dish is not nearly enough for how much sauce is served. But in terms of taste, the rice was truly cooked perfectly. It was definitely busy so we had to wait a bit of time to order our meal and for water refills, but service sped up over the course of the meal. Will definitely return!

    JD G.

    I have lived in ATL for over 30 years - and have wanted to stop by here at least 100 times over the last 10 years or so.... Finally I did - this restaurant is so tastefully decorated and lovely inside the atmosphere feels very upscale. The staff is generally very gracious and accommodating. We started our dinner with Basil Rolls and Chicken Satay - both delicious choices and so fresh, I love Basil Rolls with peanut sauce.... Frankly I could just east that for dinner with a glass of wine....all good. But of course the litmus test for me is Pad Thai - shared a portion with my companion and it was delicious, it did not disappoint- they used a much thinner noodle than I prefer for this dish, but that is obviously the family recipe here and it was really good. I think it's worth a visit - it also looks like they have some awesome sushi choices also and it's freshly made right there - always fun to watch. Go and enjoy!

    Ambe C.

    I could eat Thai food every day! But, on this particular evening, both Thai and sushi sounded like a great idea for dinner and I really wanted a Lychee Martini. After searching Delta Skymiles Dining, I saw that Mali was listed as an eligible restaurant ( 3miles/$1 spent). So, of to Virginia Highlands my husband and I went. Even though I made a reservation, it wasn't needed as the restaurant offered enough room for everyone. They have a nice covered patio, bar seating and, standard inside tables. Just note that due to the fresh ingredients for the sushi, there is a faint smell of fish. So, if sensitive to smell, you might want to sit outside. Kevin was our server for the evening and he provided great standard service. For food we ordered: Thai Basil fried rice with chicken ( not on menu) Spring rolls Shrimp tempura roll Everything was delicious! The Thai Basil rice had huge ingredients in it. I wish I would have known to therefore ask for the chicken to be diced more. However, no complaints about the taste at all. I didn't care for the Peanut based sauce that came with the Spring Rolls but, that's my personal preference.

    Chicken Paradise Lunch
    Lindsay A.

    delicious flavor in the red curry and chicken paradise. would definitely order again! inside of the restaurant was so cute as well!

    Sushi bar
    Makaila W.

    Booked ta reservation for February 14th for 2 people. We arrived and their was free parking in the rear. The opening of the parking was a little confusing but not too hard to find once you turn around. We were greeted and sat immediately. The first drink that was ordered was brought out very quickly. After that the service did slow down but not enough to cause a concern. The sushi was a nice size and delicious, would recommend. The set up of the place was interesting, their was missing paint on the wall but overall a nice place. There's enough room between tables to not feel crowded but also a lot of seating options.

    Panang Lunch with shrimp- nice spice!
    Kat S.

    I am always nervous when two cuisines are under one roof... Thai and Sushi. Mail does it right! The staff are very attentive and the restaurant is beautiful. There's an upstairs, a mainish floor and a patio. Interestingly, there are restrooms on the floor just away from the host station AND some located on the upstairs/bar floor. Very well thought out! I started with the coconut chicken soup- it had an aggressive lime background flavor. I followed that with a shrimp tempura roll minus the mayo and ended with the panang shrimp. All three were well spiced and full of flavor and beautifully plated. The shrimp in the panang was slightly over cooked causing it to be chewy. It was still edible but a little off putting. My glass of water was constantly filled and on a rainy day, the well lit room added to a wonderful meal.

    Green Curry
    Brian S.

    Mali doesn't disappoint! I have been there a few times now and each time is a nice experience. The food is fresh and authentically spiced, and the service is always good. This is one of the few restaurants which serves Thai food that will actually make my curry "Thai hot" when I order it that way, so kudos to them!

    Yin Yang
    Tiffany E.

    When my partner's family recommended we come here, we had no idea what to expect except they've been coming here for years. Now we see why! Everything, and I mean everything, was incredible. From the service, to the food, to the chill but classy vibe, everything was perfect. The Red Curry was my absolute favorite!

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    Pad Kee Mao is the best thing on the menu! This place is so consistent with the quality of food and service! Our go to Thai place.

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    Best Thai food I've had in a very long time. Absolutely amazing food!! We ordered the Pad See Ewe,…read morethe Massaman Curry, and a bottle of soda. My portion of the food was the Massaman Curry, which was plentiful, hot, fresh, and packed with flavor! DoorDash ran a BOGO offer, turning $25 for one order into $25 for two! I would definitely order from here again or, better yet, dine in!

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    Poor Calvin's was a great dining experience overall. The fried rice was packed with flavor, and the…read morelobster was cooked perfectly--tender, buttery, and not overdone at all. I also ordered a lychee martini, which was amazing. It had the perfect balance of flavor without being overly sweet, making it easy to enjoy alongside the meal. For appetizers, I tried the crab appetizer with the beignets. The combination was a bit of an acquired taste in my opinion, but the beignets themselves were perfectly cooked--light, crispy, and fresh. The steak appetizer was also very good and a solid choice to start the meal. A special shoutout to the bartender, who was fantastic. Since it was my first time visiting, I had quite a few questions, and he took the time to walk me through the menu in detail. He explained the dishes, ingredients, and flavors thoroughly and gave excellent recommendations based on what I was looking for. His suggestions were spot on and definitely elevated the experience. The only miss for me was the pound cake dessert. It wasn't what I expected from a traditional pound cake. It had a green color and a flavor profile that just wasn't for me. If you're expecting a classic buttery pound cake, this may not be it. That said, the food, drinks, and service were all memorable, and I can definitely see why Poor Calvin's is such a popular Atlanta restaurant. I'd absolutely return to explore more of the menu.

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