Kimball House - Decatur

Restaurant/food experience: Location is beautiful with variety of seating options inside, outside, table, bar, high chair, booth. Also stunning interior and details antique/modern combination (look at their ceiling fan system..! . Ordered the duck breast and pork chop. The food is definitely good but IMO not really worth the price point. Bar experience: Atmosphere 8/10 Cool bar area with stylish back bar. Modern/antique interior. Also cool details, like an old school cashier machine probably their original machine from the past. Drinks 7/10 Big cocktail menu and decent cocktails. Recommend to try their signature Kimball Cocktail, which is basically a martini variation with alternative garnishes served on a side. I liked the creativity aspect. However, other cocktails like New Tokyo and Afternoon delight look boring (normal glas, no garnish, no presentation . No coasters. Service 8/10 Overall good service relatively attentive bartender. Bartender was very serious and not really channeling positive energy. Water served on the side. Prices are reasonable for Atlanta.

Always stellar cocktails made by extremely friendly bartenders, who just know how to make a drink right. Oysters are perfectly shelled with the brine intact. Other food is always a treat. And the oversized Parker House roll is sublime!

I mean, what can you say? Kimball House has been a long time favorite. Never, not once, have I had a bad experience here. The bartenders and waitstaff are giving cool, calm and laid back but they are low key experts at what they do. Will be back again this weekend.

I'm a frequent diner at Kimball House. On my most recent vist, I arrived and was told there was a 30 minute wait for party of 1 at the bar not a problem and it turned out to be only 15 min. When I asked if I could have a cocktail while I waited, the host suggested that I go across the street to the grocery for beer or wine. Really? I'm to traipse across the street and pick up a six pack and some solo cups? I think not. If I had had a guest with me I would have been mortified with embarrassment. When I arrive at my other usual spots, I'm greeted warmly and a drink is offered without me even asking. A great restaurant is more than just good food. It requires hospitality and a sense of community. Kimball House should work on those elements or settle for being just another Instagram opportunity for those who pass through with no regard for local regulars.

If they ever take Caviar Midlins off the menu it will ruin my life. Consistently exceptional.