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1. The Ashford
4.7
Exceptional(68)
Price: Moderate
• Contemporary American • Brookhaven
Booked 10 times today
The Ashford is a chef-driven neighborhood restaurant set in the heart of Brookhaven on Dresden Drive. Serving a selection of both shareable dishes and traditional entrees, our ever-changing menu focuses on locally-sourced ingredients and innovative takes on classic favorites and comforts. We invite you to explore a menu of sophisticated yet approachable cuisine, expertly paired with a craft cocktail or glass of wine.
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2. Bones
4.9
Exceptional(10402)
Price: Very Expensive
• Steak • Buckhead
Booked 84 times today
Zagat rates Bones with the highest marks for food and service over all steakhouses in America. Bones has also been awarded by Zagat Survey as the # ONE rated restaurant over all types in Atlanta. By providing the finest quality food with an acclaimed wine cellar, there is no wonder why Bones has been recognized for the last 40 years as the benchmark of style in Atlanta.LADIES DRESSCODEBusiness casual please, comfortable but polished. Dress slacks or no shorter than mid-thigh dress (no shorts, sweatpants or gym attire) and no low-cut revealing tops.GENTLEMENS DRESSCODEBusiness casual please. Long pants, comfortable but polished collared shirts. No sweat pants or gym attire, flip flops or hats.Ages 6-106.Wheelchair access is available on the upper and lower levels, please let us know if one is needed.If your desired reservation time is not available, please call the restaurant to see if there have been any cancellations.
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3. La Grotta
4.8
Exceptional(3046)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Buckhead
Booked 25 times today
Serving the finest in Northern & Regional Italian Cuisine, La Grotta offers old world charm and friendly, first class service and is located in the heart of Buckhead. A local favorite since 1978, La Grotta has received Best of Atlanta Award from Atlanta magazine since the mid 1980’s, prestigious DiRONA and AAA Four Diamond Awards since the early 90's. La Grotta is tucked away in the heart of the Buckhead residential district and overlooks the lush gardens of the condo courtyard in which it is located. La Grotta literally means "the cave" in Italian and was named such for its cavernous and warm setting. The La Grotta staff is also well known and regarded for its vast knowledge of its customers, the food, diverse knowledge of languages (our staff speaks Italian, Spanish, French & German) and attention to detail. The menu specializes in Northern Italian cuisine with seasonal changes to reflect freshness of ingredients with a focus on locally grown produce.
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4. Hal's - Buckhead
4.8
Exceptional(6864)
Price: Very Expensive
• Steak • Buckhead
Booked 104 times today
A restaurant that triumphs in taste over trend, Hal's is not the typical highbrow restaurant so often equated with food of this quality. It is a place of white table cloths, flowers, warm brick, & candlelight.DRESS CODE: To ensure a quality experience for all of our guests and to meet our standard of service, our dress code will be strictly enforced. NOT ALLOWED: Beach Flip Flops & Slides, Baseball Caps, Beanies, T-Shirts (only collared-shirts allowed), Sweat Pants & Jogging Pants, Baggy Pants, Shorts with Sneakers, Sweatshirts & Hoodies, Sport Leggings, Athletic / Active Wear, Clothing that is overly exposing, Extreme Short Shorts/Dresses/Skirts.Your comfort is our priority; however, we do not feel that overly casual attire is acceptable for our restaurant. We reserve the right to refuse service to anyone. Thank you, Management
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5. Haven Restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(3094)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • Brookhaven
Booked 39 times today
HAVEN is an upscale eatery set in a loft with exposed brick walls, warm pecky cypress woods and soft amber lighting. The cuisine is modern American influenced by French, continental and hints of new southern. HAVEN has enjoyed remarkable success during the past seven years. Voted a top ten restaurant for six years straight, HAVEN has become quite the Atlanta destination. Haven is located in the heart of Brookhaven in the wonderfully charming Village Park Place development. The restaurant is nestled in a popular historical neighborhood one mile north of Buckhead.
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6. Little Alley Steak - Buckhead
4.7
Exceptional(4587)
Price: Very Expensive
• Steakhouse • Buckhead
Booked 104 times today
Little Alley Steak in Buckhead is a neighborhood gem because it offers a top-notch dining experience with a relaxed, late 1800's-inspired atmosphere. Reviewers rave about the 'warm swanky ambiance', 'delicious food', and 'great service'. The restaurant is described as a 'special occasion destination' and a 'fantastic spot to get dressed up and eat amazing food'. With a diverse menu and a broad selection, Little Alley Steak is a must-visit gem in the neighborhood.
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7. New York Prime Steakhouse - Atlanta
4.8
Exceptional(3298)
Price: Expensive
• Steakhouse • Buckhead
Booked 62 times today
This lively steakhouse in the center of Buckhead has been voted “Best Steakhouse” 13 years, by Jezebel Magazine readers’. New York Prime has been a sought after hot spot for any night out, thanks to the lively bar and USDA prime-only menu. From barrel cut filets to top-of-the-line cooking techniques, every detail counts at this powerhouse, old-school steak joint, but what sets them apart further is their courtyard dining space and private room. We'll cheers to that! Restaurant and Bar Non-Smoking | Upscale casual dress code | Located in Monarch Tower with complimentary valet parking. Directions: Lenox Road upper ramp between The Whitley hotel and Phipps Plaza; Recommended driving directions: Google Maps or Waze. *Please note, high chairs are not available.
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8. Yebo Beach Haus
4.7
Exceptional(1973)
Price: Expensive
• Southern African • Buckhead
Booked 79 times today
Yebo Beach Haus is a trendy beach bungalow restaurant that provides a fresh take on New American Coastal Cuisine. Situated in the heart of Buckhead, the restaurant derives decor inspiration from various beach locations around the world, where diners often comment on feeling as though they have escaped to places like Los Angeles, Miami and Cape Town upon entry. Popular dishes like the Tuna Tataki, Red Butter Curry Halibut and Ostrich Bolognese showcase Yebo's unique and boldly flavorful twist on global dishes. The space includes a serene courtyard patio, large private dining room and plentiful indoor and outdoor bar seating. To enhance the dining experience for all of our guests, we ask that you respect our elegant dining dress code. We encourage that sweatpants, athletic attire, flip flops, shorts and cropped tops not be worn.Baseball hats are not permitted.
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9. Valenza Restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(3131)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Brookhaven
Booked 44 times today
Valenza is a cozy, upscale Italian eatery in Brookhaven. It takes its name from a small village in the Piedmonte region of Northern Italy. Valenza is well known throughout the world for its artisan jewelry manufacturing which has earned it the nickname “city of gold”. The cuisine at VALENZA is inspired by the diverse culture of Northern Italy. Executive Chef Matt Swickerath’s focus is on classic and modern cooking methods using fresh seasonal and local ingredients to create a classic Italian menu with an updated culinary touch. The menu features a variety of antipasti, pasta, risotto and Italian entrees. Valenza has the heart and spirit of a cozy and warm Italian village café in an upscale setting. The dining room features venetian plastered walls with rustic oak and pine woods. Experience the warmth and elegance of Valenza when dining under the antique European candle chandeliers. Valenza offers a wonderful private dining room with seating for 30 guests.
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10. Bistro Niko
4.8
Exceptional(10100)
Price: Very Expensive
• French • Buckhead
Booked 113 times today
Bistro Niko is a nod to Paris, right in the heart of Buckhead. The modern French fare is authentic & simple, while the affordably priced wine list, exciting cocktails and extensive craft beer list ensure that everyone finds something to suit their tastes. Grand ceilings, art from Paris and a patio that overlooks Peachtree make Bistro Niko at once a destination and a neighborhood restaurant.
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