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    Southern National

    4.4 (90 reviews)
    Closed 5:00 pm - 10:00 PM
    Updated 3 months ago

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    Chocolate Pecan Tart
    Angela G.

    Finished a project and wanted something more elevated to eat . Slipped into Southern National on a chilly Tuesday night. Started off with Maple Roasted Golden Beets and Carrots. It was quite tasty but I'd leave off the pomegranate since I don't like that crunch with the smooth hummus We also added the bread tray ( not used to paying for bread but they were unique enough to warrant it this time) . Plus the sheet pan biscuits were delicious the next day! Our main plates were also superb - mushroom tortellini and spiced braised short ribs The short ribs flavor was like nothing we've had before . New Orleans meets Asian cuisine . I was stuffed but had to try the dessert chocolate pecan torte topped with an ice cream scoop and it was epically rich and the remainder came home with me. Attentive service by Allison!

    Espresso martini
    Keila K.

    I really wanna start this review off talking about the service. I really like the service here. I've been here twice since June and it's been consistent. The servers are attentive and warm. You're not waiting a long time to have someone come over to greet you. And they're very detailed when describing items on the menu. Just so helpful and attentive. Those things are very important to me. Okay now that I've got that covered, let's talk about some other things. So the restaurant is located in the summerhill area which is close to the old turner field. Very walkable area. And they also have their own parking lot, which is a block away from the restaurant. It's also black owned too so the cuisine they serve is American southern food. They used to be in Mobile, AL but they relocated here to Atlanta two years ago. On both visits, I ordered the espresso martini and I have to say, it's very flavorful. And smooth. The bread appetizer is plentiful. And if they're serving the ribs, note that the ribs are VERY tender. They're smoked and falls straight off the bone. For entrees, I've had the chicken thighs with corn and potatoes and the chicken pasta. I really think the food just needs a little more seasoning. It's just not hitting like I want it to. Idk if they're holding back to tailor to the summerhill area crowd but I really need them to give more to the dishes when it comes to the seasoning. And even the pound cake was a 3. So yeah, I'd be open to trying their brunch. The host said their short rib hash is the most popular dish so I'd want to come back for that. But yeah, a nice little date night spot or a place to bring family.

    Rose' all day!!
    Love Where You Live Atlanta-Dawn R.

    This is by far my favorite downtown restaurant for any occasion. The food is ALWAYS a delight, service outstanding and who doesn't love free parking! This week's chef curated rose' pairing dinner was beyond! Enjoyed introducing a group to this gem. Perfect atmosphere.

    E.dali P.

    Excalibur Hospitality Management & Savannah & Team made sure our family celebration for Chef Michael Lemon was Stellar Kudos to the Chef ++++ Culinart Tea

    Joseph R.

    Had a really nice time here. Ambiance is nice, easy Resy reservation. Started with the bread service which was amazing. Pepper jelly is a smash. Little salad small plate was also tasty but could've gone without it. Okra and broccolini small plate was very tasty. The fried chicken thighs has a hint of coconut curry which was very good and the chicken was cooked beautifully. The dessert deconstructed chocolate cake was a miss. Had a handful of things not available on the menu which was a bit of a bummer. But overall it was a great experience, our server was great. Would recommend and come back!

    Fried Oysters Rockefeller, Mussels and Collard Greens, Bread Basket, Benton's Ham & Melon

    Probably some of the best food I've had in Atlanta in a while. Cozy options and the flavors just hit right. As a party of 4, we shared the bread basket, fried oysters Rockefeller, mussels, melon with ham, and salmon blini to start, the pork chop, jerk chicken and potato dumplings (really just gnocchi), and layered potato side as our main course, and the key lime and chocolate cake dessert options. There really wasn't a miss, though my favorites were the mussels, oysters, bread basket, pork chop, and key lime dessert. The service was wonderful as was the ambiance. It's nice that the restaurant has its own designated parking lot at the start of the block. It was sad to see how empty the place was for 7pm on a Friday considering how good the food was, but this definitely wasn't a cheap meal. $11 for a 3x1 inch potato stack and $40 entrees are a luxury.

    Buffalo Brussel Sprouts
    Christie K.

    This 3 star review is really based on 4/5 food and 1/5 service misses. We were very surprised to be able to book a table just the day before and to find the restaurant half empty on a Saturday evening. This place was very popular when it first opened, but it's difficult to want to return to poor service. The dishes were generally all tasty, and our group enjoyed the fried oysters and fried chicken especially - both gluten free, no less! The ribs were okay as were the mussels and the pork tenderloin. The most impressive item was probably the buffalo Brussel sprouts - great flavor and innovative vegetable dish! However, this was really all quite soured by poor service and a number of misses. Servers were lost - we had two occasions where they brought dishes that were not ours to the table, so someone else was not getting their food. Drinks and the first small plates arrived quickly, but then there was a huge lull before mains were served - maybe they were accidentally served to another group. This is a more upscale restaurant, and part of that dining experience is typically the server makes recommendations to suit the group - for example, we ordered the ribs, which are not a sharing food per piece. There were 4 of us, and we were served 3 ribs. One would reasonably expect the server to ask if we want to add a 4th rib while taking the order. Two friends asked about the vegetable sides, and the server recommended potatoes - and did not tell them that both of their entrees are served on beds of potatoes. Everyone loves a good potato dish, but obviously they would have preferred to try a different variety of dish if given the information. Furthermore, they seemed to have a very poor understanding of allergies - mentioning that "there's very little of it" about allergen containing ingredients as well as "it's okay because it's just sitting on top" - this could be a real health emergency and liability for the restaurant. In the end, they dropped the bill off without a word - we paid and left. The ambiance was nice. The bar looks very cool and modern. Parking is relatively easy in Summerhill, and they have a dedicated lot at the end of the block. I hope they work out the service components bc they really are a disservice to what the chef is doing with flavors and ingredients to showcase upscale southern dishes. However, whether people will return to find out is another question.

    Margarita and "On Top of the Hill" cocktail
    Leslie T.

    This restaurant has a nice ambience. Dimly lit and chic-sophisticated, but not too full of itself that you need to dress fancy to dine here. Nice music in the background - Lofi/soul/hip hop at a good volume. You can Bob your head to it and still hear your date talking. For an appetizer we had the mussels and collard greens, which sounds like it could be odd, but it was maybe the tastiest thing I've eaten so far this year!!! I would choose that and an order of bread as my meal and be satisfied if I wasn't super hungry! The server was friendly, helpful and enthusiastic! I ordered the red fish which was tasty but not as good as those greens lol. The dinner menu is a bit limited, for people who like lots of choices, but overall the vibe and food at this restaurant is lovely. Definitely plan to come again.

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    Denice L.

    Jacob and Charles gave us a wonderful experience. They made my birthday special in every way. Appetizers- Brussels sprouts, mussels, bread, bbq shrimp. Entrees- Lamb burger helper, sea bass, Sonat chicken, pork chops. Wine- bottle of Sangiovese Menu is seasonal but everything on the menu tonight was fabulous. Definitely will be back again!!

    Key lime tart
    Tina S.

    My friend and I had an early weekday dinner here recently. The restaurant is like a jewel box - plain on the outside, but upscale and lovely inside. It's got a lively atmosphere and service was quite good too. We had the bread service - which is pricey- but so good. I'm the kind of person that would choose bread over cake, so I was very happy that my friend also wanted to order it. We then shared the pork loin and shishito appetizer which was tasty. For my entree, I got the fried chicken thighs over a jalapeno maque choux (fancy corn stew). Everything was delicious and perfectly prepared. For dessert, I had the key lime tart. There was a little bit of sticker shock when we got the bill but I think it is on par with other fancy restaurants in Atlanta. Definitely go for date night or a special occasion. At least parking is free!

    "Hamburger"
    Natasha W.

    Southern National had been on our radar for a while, and we're glad we finally made a reservation. I love that the menu is seasonal and changes often! We started with the Brussels sprouts as an appetizer, which were packed with flavor and set a high bar for the main courses. I ordered the cauliflower plate, and my husband had the deconstructed hamburger. The cauliflower was beautifully plated, with a presentation as lovely as its flavor. The "hamburger," however, was more of an upscale hamburger helper pasta, which my husband enjoyed, though he'd likely choose something different next time. Service was good, though nothing exceptional. In hindsight, it would have been helpful to know that the "hamburger" was actually a pasta dish. We initially thought we'd been served the wrong order, as we expected a traditional hamburger. The ambiance was also a pleasant surprise. From the outside, it's quite understated, but inside, the bar itself is beautifully designed and wonderful to admire. We'll definitely be back!

    Mussels & greens
    Juliet H.

    What an amazing dinner and brunch experience in the Summerhill area of Atlanta! Southern National was a must-visit on my weekend trip to ATL. And as expected, the food and cocktails are award worthy and the service is fantastic. I also loved the music and ambiance. I literally ate DOWNNN and everything I tasted was remarkable and impeccably plated to boot. Faves: Mussels Brussels Duck (brunch) Prado (cocktail) Full disclosure: I've been a huge fan since I found the Southern National brand in Mobile, AL and while I could be biased, there's absolutely no need. Southern National is a well-oiled machine. I'm pleased to report that they've gone from great to greater. I'm so pleased to see that everything from the space and decor to the menu has evolved to even higher heights since the move, and the aesthetic and vibe fits Atlanta perfectly. Bravo! Wonderful job by the SN team and my compliments to the chef of all chefs. Cheers!

    Menu
    Caesar B.

    We went for Sunday brunch. My new favorite dish in Atlanta is the THE ORIGINAL "DIRTY SOUTH". It's an open face meatloaf sammy. All of the ingredients come together perfectly. We also had the FLORENTINE FRITTATA! All was excellent and service was great!

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    I've been here many times. The food, the drinks, and the service are always excellent! Do yourself a favor and go today.

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    Veuve Clicquot champagne night Thursdays
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    Smoked salmon with capers
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