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Cafe Lily

4.6
4.6
1341 Reviews
$31 to $50
European
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Cafe Lily

4.6
$31 to $50
European
Decatur

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2 people
9:30 PM
Booked 14 times today
  • Charming
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
Café Lily is a venerable neighborhood bistro offering an eclectic variety of cuisines from around the Mediterranean Sea: Italy, France, Greece, Spain, Portugal, North Africa, and the Middle East. Established in 1999, Café Lily remains the quintessential Decatur restaurant, whether you are looking for a nice, romantic dinner, a celebration party, a large event, or just some small plates and a nice glass of wine!

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    European, Mediterranean, French
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sun 11:00 am–3:00 pm Lunch Tue–Fri 11:30 am–2:30 pm Dinner Tue–Thu 5:30 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–9:30 pm Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (404) 371-9119
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive chef
    Anthony Pitillo
  • Private party facilities
    A Decatur institution for over 20 years, Cafe Lily is a warm, neighborhood bistro that features rustic cooking which emphasizes fresh quality ingredients and bold but balanced flavors from the many countries around the Mediterranean Sea.
  • Private party contact
    Our Private Event Coordinator: (404) 371-9119
  • Neighborhood
    Decatur
  • Cross street
    Ponce de Leon Place
  • Parking details
    Private parking spaces surround the building and the metered spots in close vicinity to the restaurant are free after 6 pm and all day Sunday. Do NOT park at CVS or at the bank behind Pho King, as they will boot.
  • Public transit
    The Decatur Marta Station is one block away at the intersection of Commerce and Swanton Way, and there is a Marta Bus Stop directly in front of the restaurant on West Ponce de Leon Ave.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cafe, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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Offers

  • Gin/Vodka $5 Tuesday Cocktails

    Multiple dates available
    Tue - 11:30 AM - 2:15 PM, 5:00 PM - 8:45 PM
    $5 House Gin/Vodka Tuesdays

    Gin/Vodka $5 Tuesday Cocktails Photo
  • Whiskey Wednesday

    Multiple dates available
    Wed - 5:00 PM - 8:45 PM
    $5 House Whiskey Cocktails!

    Whiskey Wednesday Photo
  • Thursday Half Priced Wine

    Multiple dates available
    Thu - 11:30 AM - 2:15 PM, 5:00 PM - 8:45 PM
    Thursday Half Priced Wine Any bottle of wine priced $50or less is half-off

    Thursday Half Priced Wine Photo

What 1,341 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • DeKalb

    Healthy

  • DeKalb

    Great for outdoor dining

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Cafe Lily is a Decatur gem offering "amazing food, amazing drinks, amazing staff" in a charming atmosphere. Known for its delightful indoor and outdoor seating, the restaurant features a rotating menu of specials that keep patrons returning for more. While occasional service lapses occur, the "perfect ambiance" and "outstanding" service make it a favorite for special occasions. Whether savoring seafood or indulging in vegetarian options, guests appreciate the "delicious food" and attentive staff, ensuring a consistently enjoyable dining experience.

1,341 Reviews
  1. Diana

    Atlanta Metro

    11 reviews

    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always a pleasant experience at Cafe Lily! The menu is a bit diversified but, not “out there” as some restaurants. Sooooo perfect and delicious!

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  2. Geoffrey

    Atlanta Metro

    3 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on November 26, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    A long wait at the host stand and long wait for my server to order. This was lunch and seem to be average business

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  3. Jabez

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 23, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It was nice and cozy. Great spot for a special outing.

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  4. Glenn

    Atlanta Metro

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 16, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Absolutely exquisite service and food! Anna was impeccable. We never had to ask for anything because she provided a level of service not seen in most restaurants today.

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  5. Peter

    Atlanta Metro

    24 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    24 reviews

    Dined on November 15, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Cafe Lily provides reliably excellent food and service. It is one of the most underrated restaurants in my point of view, and we have been coming here for close to two decades. It has an intimate atmosphere and is a model of a wonderful restaurant for two or groups.

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  6. Jane

    Atlanta Metro

    16 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    16 reviews

    Dined on November 10, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Wonderful restaurant! The food is delicious, the ambience is great and service is excellent!!

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  7. Jack

    Atlanta Metro

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 8, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always good food and service. The chargrilled salmon was wonderful!

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  8. Andrea

    Atlanta Metro

    76 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    76 reviews

    Dined on November 6, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I organized a birthday dinner for a friend and she was eating at Cafe Lily for the first time. She is a foodie and loved the food. She had one of the specials. We all ordered different dishes and loved them. Mussels, sauted calamari, lamb, mocktails, whiskey Wednesday. The service was excellent and there was a specific birthday desert. I love the location and I highly suggest eating at Cafe Lily.

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  9. bob

    Atlanta Metro

    7 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on November 1, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Two different appetites two satisfying solutions. I ordered the chicken Marsala (perfect) and she ordered the fish (also perfect). A bottle of her favorite Chardonnay rounded off a perfect evening.

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  10. Stephen

    Atlanta Metro

    18 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    18 reviews

    Dined on October 26, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food and service! Love the vegetarian and gluten free options

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FAQs

Cafe Lily offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (404) 371-9119.

Cafe Lily is rated 4.6 stars by 1341 OpenTable diners.

Cafe Lily does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

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

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Cafe Lily

4.6
$31 to $50
European
Decatur

Make a reservation

2 people
9:30 PM
Booked 14 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Cafe Lily

308 W Ponce De Leon Ave, Suite B, Decatur, GA 30030

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Ponce de Leon Place
  • Neighborhood
    Decatur
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sun 11:00 am–3:00 pm Lunch Tue–Fri 11:30 am–2:30 pm Dinner Tue–Thu 5:30 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–9:30 pm Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    European, Mediterranean, French
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Private parking spaces surround the building and the metered spots in close vicinity to the restaurant are free after 6 pm and all day Sunday. Do NOT park at CVS or at the bank behind Pho King, as they will boot.
  • Public transit
    The Decatur Marta Station is one block away at the intersection of Commerce and Swanton Way, and there is a Marta Bus Stop directly in front of the restaurant on West Ponce de Leon Ave.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Anthony Pitillo
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cafe, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (404) 371-9119
  • Private party facilities
    A Decatur institution for over 20 years, Cafe Lily is a warm, neighborhood bistro that features rustic cooking which emphasizes fresh quality ingredients and bold but balanced flavors from the many countries around the Mediterranean Sea.
  • Private party contact
    Our Private Event Coordinator: (404) 371-9119
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