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Poor Calvin's, Atlanta, GA

Poor Calvin's

4.9
4.9
7805 Reviews
$31 to $50
Fusion / Eclectic

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 56 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Great for creative cocktails
We know the word "fusion" has been wielded about to justify everything from Hula Burgers to Mexican lasagna. But the East-meets-South brand of fusion happening at Poor Calvin's? It's creative; it's innovative; and it's probably unlike anything you've tasted in the ATL. After working in kitchens around the world, Calvin Phan wanted to shake things up a little. And so, into the mac 'n cheese, the Thai spices went. Now, Calvin's giving Southern staples, like sea bass and fried chicken, a decidedly creative Asian-inspired twist (and a nip of spice, too). He has created innovative dishes, approached in much the same way, leave the hands of Calvin Phan day in and day out. His dedication and attention to detail are evident in each dish and dessert. You won't be disappointed.

*Last seating 1 hour before close*

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Fusion / Eclectic, Asian, Southern
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 3:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (404) 254-4051
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive chef
    Calvin Phan
  • Catering
    E-mail Calvin Phan calvinphan@icloud.com for catering service
  • Private party facilities
    We have 2 enclosed, climate-controlled patio areas, perfect for your private event. Even the entire restaurant, if your private event turns into the party to talk about. We will be happy to work with you or your event planner to create perfection.
  • Neighborhood
    Downtown
  • Cross street
    Renaissance Parkway
  • Parking details
    Private parking lot adjacent to restaurant, with additional street parking along Piedmont and Renaissance
  • Public transit
    A short walk from Civic Center and North Ave. Marta train stations.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Late Brunch Happy Hour

    Multiple dates available
    Every Sunday 3~4pm Happy Hour Brunch! Mimosa 5 Bloody Mary 6 Cognac Margarita 9 Red Sangria 9 Rum Punch 9 Beignets 11 Seafood Omelette 25 Crab Grilled Cheese 25 Chicken & Waffle 25 Shrimp or Fish & Grits 25

Private dining

What 7,805 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.9
4.9 based on recent ratings
  • 4.9Food
  • 4.9Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.7Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Atlanta

    Best Service

  • Atlanta

    Best Service

  • Atlanta

    Innovative

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Poor Calvin's offers "an incredible experience" with its unique Asian-Southern fusion cuisine that delights diners with "delicious and creative flavors." The atmosphere is lively, complemented by "friendly and attentive" service. Highlights include "lobster fried rice" and "lobster mac and cheese." Frequent guests praise this Atlanta gem for its "amazing" food and exceptional service.

7,805 Reviews
  1. OpenTable Diner

    Atlanta1 review

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My time here made me appreciate Atlanta again. Such an amazing experience ! Thank you to the chef and staff for the outstanding food and exceptional service. There wasn’t one bad moment of my meal. Everything was better than I could have imagined. From the moment I was greeted at the door to the staff clearing the table at the end of the meal, everything was seamless, professional, and polite. I can’t wait to come here again. Hats off…10/10.

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  2. OpenTable Diner

    Atlanta5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Absolutely amazing!! Poor Calvin’s is surely becoming my favorite restaurant in Downtown Atlanta. Whenever I’m in the area I have to stop by. Had the sweetest waitress tonight— Linda— she was very pleasant and friendly. Loved her!! I had the German-inspired lamb tenderloin special tonight, came with shrimp, potatoes, broccolini, and 2 amazing sauces— the mango ketchup was my fave. The best part of the night Chef Calvin himself served me my entree…. It truly made the experience special. The night was topped off by their delicious ginger cake… huge portion with all the yummy goodness you can imagine. Had to take the rest home after a few bites. I’ll definitely be back next time I’m in the area. Kudos Chef, kudos!! Hardest working chef in town apparently; my waitress shared the story of how the restaurant got its name… ask your wait staff next time you go; it’s an endearing story that’ll make you love this place even more.

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  3. Queenie

    Greater Boston4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Poor Calvin’s rarely disappointed!! One of my favorite restaurants in ATL! Every time I am in town I have to go check out the new dish and it almost always perfect!

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  4. Geary

    Atlanta8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Poor Calvins is my favorite restaurant in Atlanta and once again they did not disappoint! Excellent food with superb service!

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  5. Timothy VIP

    New York City2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was spectacular. My waitress, Ariel, was top notch. She made great food and wine recommendations. I will be back!

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  6. Tonya

    Atlanta16 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food and service was amazing as always. Each time I’ve dined at Poor Calvin’s, I leave satisfied. I love the continuously changing menu!

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  7. IsabellaR

    Washington DC4 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Friendly staff, good service, and excellent food.

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  8. Thomawi VIP

    New York City1 review

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Delightful service and warmth of everyone we encountered the moment we walked in the door. Felt like dining with family. Food was superb. We wanted seconds and thirds. So much flavor and thoughtfulness went into pairings and preparation.

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  9. Richard VIP

    Atlanta143 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing specials this evening. The seafood fritters looked amazing and the sea bass was outstanding.

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  10. LUVDAFOOD

    New York City30 reviews

    3.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Pro Dumplings are outstanding Ashley — top notch server Con Lobster fried rice - $46 - way overpriced the only visible lobster was a small tail placed on top of dry overly seasoned rice Bok choy side - 4 stalks ? Bubbly $14 (bottle wholesale $18 ) nb for a quieter table — dine away from the bar

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FAQs

Poor Calvin's does offer delivery in partnership with Uber Eats.

Poor Calvin's is rated 4.9 stars by 7805 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 56 times today
Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Poor Calvin's

510 Piedmont Ave, NE, Atlanta, GA 30308

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Renaissance Parkway
  • Neighborhood
    Downtown
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 3:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Fusion / Eclectic, Asian, Southern
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Private parking lot adjacent to restaurant, with additional street parking along Piedmont and Renaissance
  • Public transit
    A short walk from Civic Center and North Ave. Marta train stations.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Calvin Phan
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (404) 254-4051
  • Catering
    E-mail Calvin Phan calvinphan@icloud.com for catering service
  • Private party facilities
    We have 2 enclosed, climate-controlled patio areas, perfect for your private event. Even the entire restaurant, if your private event turns into the party to talk about. We will be happy to work with you or your event planner to create perfection.
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