Best Restaurants for Special Occasions in Brookhaven

129 restaurants available nearby

1. Nobu Atlanta

4.5

Price: Very Expensive

• Japanese • Buckhead

Booked 61 times today

Nobu Atlanta is situated at Phipps Plaza in the affluent Buckhead neighborhood. With influence from Atlanta's lush canopy of trees and Japanese arts and crafts, the bar and lounge area features a white onyx bar volume that sits in front of a 12-foot-long river rock art installation while folded cast glass pendants cast a soft glow on the bar. The dining room takes you to traditional Japanese garden pavilions that were often used for ceremonies and rituals while overscale pendants made from shoji paper create the look of elongated, abstracted paper lanterns. Design language that is a continuation of Chef Nobu Matsuhisa's imaginative and innovative culinary offerings celebrates nature and is integrated through the use of different wood tones

2. Haven Restaurant

4.8

Exceptional(3095)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Brookhaven

Booked 38 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.

3. St. Cecilia

4.8

Exceptional(4221)

Price: Very Expensive

• European • Buckhead

Booked 39 times today

St. Cecilia serves coastal European food – simple and thoughtful dishes inspired by the coastlines of Italy, Spain and France – in Buckhead’s Pinnacle Building. With an old-world, ingredient-driven approach, Executive Chef WF Fry displays the Italian trademarks that have always stood the test of time, but with versatile and local Southern ingredients. From Chef-Owner Ford Fry, St. Cecilia offers opportunities like fresh crudo and cured meats, seasonal entrees and Italian-inspired desserts.

4. Hal's - Buckhead

4.8

Exceptional(6865)

Price: Very Expensive

• Steak • Buckhead

Booked 93 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

5. Bones

4.9

Exceptional(10404)

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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6. Valenza Restaurant

4.8

Exceptional(3133)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Brookhaven

Booked 36 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.

7. 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.

8. The Palm Atlanta

4.3

Awesome(2394)

Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Buckhead

Booked 16 times today

Wherever you join us, The Palm will always feel like home. Known as the go-to place for classic Italian fare, prime steaks, fresh jumbo Nova Scotia Lobsters and an extensive wine list since 1926. Voted “Best Business Lunch in Atlanta” by the Atlanta Business Chronicle & “Best Place to Spot a Celebrity” by Atlanta Magazine, The Palm Atlanta is located in the heart of Buckhead inside The Westin Buckhead and just steps away from some of the city's premier entertainment & shopping destinations including Lenox Square & Phipps Plaza. The Palm is both sophisticated and welcoming to generations of guests, all of whom are treated like family from the moment they walk in the door.

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9. Little Alley Steak - Buckhead

4.7

Exceptional(4590)

Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Buckhead

Booked 74 times today

Little Alley Steak - Buckhead is a top choice for special occasions. It's praised for its amazing ambiance, great service, and delicious food. The restaurant is described as perfect for birthdays, anniversaries, and business meals. Reviews mention it's a great place to celebrate special occasions with friends and family, with many customers stating they'd return for future special events.

10. Yebo Beach Haus

4.8

Exceptional(1976)

Price: Expensive

• Southern African • Buckhead

Booked 42 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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Jasonvip
Atlanta Metro •15 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Bones once again proves it’s the best steakhouse in the entire Southeastern US. 5 star service accompanied by the highest quality, tastiest food. Our party of 5 each had steaks. Each one was perfectly prepared, tender and melted in our mouths. The corn soufflé, Mac n cheese & spinach sides were on point as usual. The warm pecan pie for dessert was a show stopper. Can’t wait to go back again and again.
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Donald
Atlantic City / South Jersey Shore •6 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
A must when in Atlanta! Highly recommend, more than a dinner…..wonderful experience! Service was exceptional!
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Hal's - BuckheadPrice: Very Expensive• Steak• Buckhead
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4.8
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Lisa
Atlanta Metro •16 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Great service, delicious food, special orders not a problem.
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Haven RestaurantPrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Brookhaven
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4.8
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Katrina
Atlanta Metro •1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
I visited for lunch to celebrate 1) St. Cecilia’s feast day in the Catholic Church and 2) the publication of my first book. I noted these in the comments of my reservation and they added “Congratulations” to my paper menu! It was a lovely touch. The server suggested champagne and made a few food recommendations, which were delicious! Great experience!
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St. CeciliaPrice: Very Expensive• European• Buckhead
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4.8
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Williamvip
Cancun / Riviera Maya •23 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
How is the best quality is never second. Atlanta is a growing Nobu. That is my favorite stop when I’m there.
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Nobu AtlantaPrice: Very Expensive• Japanese• Buckhead
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4.5

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129 restaurants available nearby

1. Nobu Atlanta

2. Haven Restaurant

3. St. Cecilia

4. Hal's - Buckhead

5. Bones

6. Valenza Restaurant

7. La Grotta

8. The Palm Atlanta

9. Little Alley Steak - Buckhead

10. Yebo Beach Haus

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