Message in a Bottle

4.7

358 Reviews

$31 to $50

Seafood

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2 people

Jan 1, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 8 times today

Neighborhood gem
Great for outdoor dining
Lively

Message in a Bottle and the restaurants at The Village Dunwoody are the vision of hospitality veteran and owner of Dash Hospitality Group, David Abes. Chef Camron Woods, Culinary Director for The Village, and along with Phil Handley, have created a thoughtful approach to the food & beverage selections. The bar menu features a mix of vibrant cocktails, beach beers, and complimentary wines. Start your dining experience with a Seafood Tower, Oysters Rockefeller or the Ceviche de la Día. The menu features a selection of the daily Fresh Catch, Crispy Seafood Platter, and Chef's famous Maine Lobster Pot Pie. The dining room has a fun beach vibe with nautical decor and other seating options include the Raw Bar, Screened Porch, or Private Dining Room.

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Seafood
Hours of operation
Tue–Thu 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–11:00 pm Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
Phone number
(770) 670-6635
Website
https://www.messageinabottledunwoody.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Chef Camron Woods
Catering
Message in a Bottle is part of The Village Dunwoody which includes Bar{n} booze {n} bites and Morty's Meat & Supply. We offer full service catering from all of these restaurants, either on site or at your location. Please contact us at events@dash-hospitality.com or 470-557-9761.
Private party facilities
Message in a Bottle features a Private Dining Room with seating for 10 guests.

Location
5515 Chamblee Dunwoody Rd, Dunwoody, GA 30338
Neighborhood
Dunwoody
Cross street
Chamblee Dunwoody Rd, facing Fresh Market, on the right in the courtyard.
Parking details
Public Lot
Additional
Beer, Cocktails, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 358 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.8Service
4.5Ambience
4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Atlanta Metro
Seafood
DeKalb
Innovative
DeKalb
Lively

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Discover Message in a Bottle, a "new favorite" in Dunwoody, where "delicious seafood," "great drinks," and "fantastic service" create a remarkable dining experience. The beachy vibe, live music, and "lovely atmosphere" make it a perfect spot for any occasion. Don't miss the "best crabcakes" and "fresh oysters."

358 Reviews

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Susie
VIP
Atlanta Metro
12 reviews
5.0
12 reviews
Dined today
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Another fantastic experience at message in a bottle. David and his staff are always so friendly and helpful. The crabcakes were amazing & our party of 4 turned into a festive gathering both inside & out.
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Bob
Atlanta Metro
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined today
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great food and great time! Service was outstanding. Wonderful seafood …lots of menu selections. Fun vibe, but really is a sophisticated restaurant. One of Dunwoody’s best.
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Tricia
Atlanta Metro
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined today
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We were there with friends on NYE and it was great! Service was awesome and food was yummy!
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Renato
VIP
Atlanta Metro
176 reviews
4.0
176 reviews
Dined on December 24, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Food was very good and service was excellent. But not my best time here
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Scott
Western NC
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 22, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Pleasant seafood restaurant food and vibe in downtown Dunwoody! If you want a taste of the coast without the drive, this is the spot.
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Michael
VIP
Atlanta Metro
165 reviews
5.0
165 reviews
Dined on December 22, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The 6 of us enjoyed a delicious dinner with great service in a nice atmosphere.
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Cherryl
Atlanta Metro
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on December 21, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I really liked the low key vibe of the place. Felt like I wandered in off the beach to grab some fresh seafood for dinner. Crab cakes were the hit of our table. Wait staff was super. Only suggestion would be to add some fresh (not fried )fish platters to the menu. Definitely will be coming back.
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Mayrov
Atlanta Metro
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 18, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our waitress Triend was top notch! We will be back! Food and service was the very very best!
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Karyn
VIP
Atlanta Metro
22 reviews
5.0
22 reviews
Dined on December 14, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We all had a lovely evening. The food and drinks was great. We loved the cocktails. The staff were all very nice. Great place for dinner. Will definitely go back.
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Sharon
Atlanta Metro
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on December 14, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
Very noisy!! Crab cake too spicy - I want to taste the crab, not the seasoning!! Drinks were awesome and the arctic char special was unique and very good.
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FAQs

Message in a Bottle is rated 4.7 stars by 358 OpenTable diners.

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

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2 people

Jan 1, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 8 times today

5515 Chamblee Dunwoody Rd, Dunwoody, GA 30338

Additional information

Cross street
Chamblee Dunwoody Rd, facing Fresh Market, on the right in the courtyard.
Neighborhood
Dunwoody
Hours of operation
Tue–Thu 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–11:00 pm Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Seafood
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Public Lot
Payment options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Chef Camron Woods
Additional
Beer, Cocktails, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
https://www.messageinabottledunwoody.com/
Phone number
(770) 670-6635
Catering
Message in a Bottle is part of The Village Dunwoody which includes Bar{n} booze {n} bites and Morty's Meat & Supply. We offer full service catering from all of these restaurants, either on site or at your location. Please contact us at events@dash-hospitality.com or 470-557-9761.
Private party facilities
Message in a Bottle features a Private Dining Room with seating for 10 guests.

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What 358 people are saying

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