Best Neighborhood Gem Restaurants in Decatur

74 restaurants available nearby

1. no. 246

4.7

Exceptional(3643)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Decatur

Booked 30 times today

No. 246 offers “OG” red sauce, classic Italian – a reimagined direction that marks a new era for the Decatur gem, paying homage to the old-school, Italian dining scenes of yesteryear. From chefs Drew Belline and Ford Fry, the menu showcases the likes of spicy rigatoni vodka and a bowl of meatballs in gravy plus remixed, throwback to classics like calamari marinara, cheesy garlic bread, Nonna-approved pizzas and pastas and secondi crowd-pleasers like chicken al limone and shrimp scampi – plus classic cocktails and a carefully curated wine list of American and Italian standouts. For more information on our Chef's Counter, please visit our website.

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2. Iberian Pig - Decatur

4.8

Exceptional(5334)

Price: Moderate

• Spanish • Decatur

Booked 25 times today

The Iberian Pig is a modern Spanish tapas restaurant matching bold flavors with a warm convivial environment. Our culinary team strives to offer a menu combining the traditional tastes of Spain with fresh and eclectic creativity. In addition to tapas, we boast one the most expansive selections of imported cheeses and cured meats in the country, which includes various cuts of the prized Jamón Ibérico. Our wine list is a focused selection from Spain, Chile, and Argentina and our cocktail list consists of faithful classics and a number of seasonally rotating signature combinations. We look forward to serving you!

3. Parker's on Ponce

4.7

Exceptional(3579)

Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Decatur

Booked 12 times today

Owned by brothers John-Thomas and Christopher Scott, Parker's on Ponce is Decatur's first independently owned steakhouse. The Scott family has always been extremely involved in the local community, including local government. The restaurant is named after John-Thomas' 12 year old daughter, Parker. The whole family is often seen at the restaurant - it is not a business to them, but a home - and they treat guests of the restaurant as family as well.

4. Cafe Lily

4.7

Exceptional(1348)

Price: Expensive

• European • Decatur

Booked 1 time today

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!

5. Murphy's

4.8

Exceptional(5575)

Price: Moderate

• American • Virginia Highland

Booked 35 times today

For over 40 years, Murphy's has ranked among Atlanta's best restaurants, famous for best brunch and creative lunch and dinner cuisine. Chef Matt McCarthy creates seasonal American menus with small plates to share, salads, and favorite entrees: Brisket, Salmon, Roasted Chicken, and Steaks. Our in-house Pastry Chef Kassie Ruffin, creates fresh pastries and desserts. Our retail wine shop provides outstanding wines to diners by the glass or bottle at value prices, with wine tastings, wine flight happy hours and wine dinners weekly and monthly. The decor combines exposed-brick walls with French café doors to divide tables among quiet spaces ideal for conversation, either inside the cozy dining room or outside on the patio. Valet parking during peak hours. Private dining available. Our Patio seating is first come, first served and seats only parties of 4 or less. Requests for patio seating are not guaranteed. Inclement weather will also cause us to close all patio seating.

6. TWO urban licks

4.7

Exceptional(12078)

Price: Expensive

• American • Poncey-Highland

Booked 55 times today

TWO urban licks is a neighborhood gem with a unique blend of modern and hip ambiance. The restaurant's food and service consistently receive rave reviews, with customers describing it as 'fantastic', 'excellent', and 'terrific'. The live music adds a lively touch, making it an enjoyable dining experience. The location, with Beltline views, is a cherry on top.

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7. La Tavola Trattoria

4.8

Exceptional(4739)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Virginia Highland

Booked 13 times today

La Tavola Trattoria is a neighborhood gem in Atlanta's Virginia Highland. Known for its cozy vibe, delicious food, and excellent service, it has consistently high ratings from customers. Reviewers love the warm and inviting atmosphere, and the food, from the house-made pasta to the steak, is often described as amazing. The restaurant also offers a great selection of wine and cocktails. Its ambiance is perfect for any occasion, whether it's a romantic dinner or a Sunday dinner with the family. As one reviewer put it, 'La Tavola continues to be a neighborhood gem.'

8. Beetlecat

4.7

Exceptional(3044)

Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Inman Park

Booked 8 times today

Featuring raw oysters and fresh seafood with international influences from executive chef Eddie Barrett, BeetleCat is a trendy restaurant and bar in Atlanta’s Inman Park neighborhood. The menu transports you to the New England coast at the upstairs dining room and oyster bar, while the downstairs Den lends itself to a 70s surf shack. Enjoy fresh air on one of the two patios, both upstairs and downstairs. BeetleCat is open nightly for dinner and offers brunch in the Den on Saturdays and Sundays.

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9. Longleaf Restaurant

4.4

Awesome(2203)

Price: Expensive

• French American • Midtown

Booked 19 times today

The two-level contemporary glass structure nestled next to Garden house in the heart of the Garden, offers full-service dining, a grab-and-go café, and a flexible space for educational programs, private rentals and special events. Guests dining inside will enjoy commanding views of the Anne Cox Chambers Southern Seasons Garden and Levy Parterre. Longleaf, focusing on seasonal ingredients and technique driven preparations, is an American Brasserie influenced restaurant serving classic French dishes along with seasonally inspired dishes in a relaxed setting. Enjoy our curated bar menu alongside our extensive wine list. We look forward to serving you soon

10. Whiskey Bird

4.7

Exceptional(226)

Price: Moderate

• American • Morningside-Lenox Park

Booked 7 times today

Whiskey Bird is a casual spot in Atlanta’s Virginia Highland/Morningside neighborhood serving Pacific Rim-inspired dishes and classic cocktails. What's popular? Our crispy brussels sprouts, yakitori, gyoza tacos, chopped salad, poke bowl, WB burger, panko-crusted chicken, and Thai steak and noodle salad all top the list. For brunch, our jumbo breakfast burritos, Hong Kong chicken and waffles, "bao benedict", and avocado toast always seem to hit the spot.

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Atlanta Metro •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
My favorite lunch spot in midtown. Terrific service staff – helpful, knowledgable, attentive. A professionally run restaurant with excellent food at a reasonable price point.
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Murphy'sPrice: Moderate• American• Virginia Highland
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4.8
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Cityana
San Francisco Bay Area •7 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
My close friends and I have had an annual holiday dinner at Iberian Pig for the last 3 or so years. It’s an accidental tradition that we’ve decided to do on purpose. The staff always makes the experience even more memorable with quality service and a fabulous menu. Our server, Ryder, was phenomenal. Already looking forward to Year 4!
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Iberian Pig - DecaturPrice: Moderate• Spanish• Decatur
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4.8
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Samuel
South Carolina •6 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Excellent service. The NY Strip was cooked to perfection. Always come here every Christmas and look forward to it every time and it didn't disappoint.
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Parker's on PoncePrice: Expensive• Steakhouse• Decatur
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4.7
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Coastal Georgia •1 review
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
We had a wonderful lunch at Cafe Lily! Loved the pasta and my companion loved her Caesar salad with jerk chicken. We splurged on the sorbet, which was also excellent.
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Cafe LilyPrice: Expensive• European• Decatur
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4.7
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Makiya
Los Angeles •3 reviews
5.0
Dined on Dec 17, 2024
Very lively place especially on a Monday night. The service was amazing it was our first experience there and the waiter made sure to be patient and answer any questions we had. I would say be sure to have a reservation tables were always full. The food and drinks were amazing I got a dirty vodka martini which was very good. Me and my husband shared pasta and pizza and it was the perfect amount of food for us. Would most definitely be back!
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no. 246Price: Moderate• Italian• Decatur
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74 restaurants available nearby

1. no. 246

2. Iberian Pig - Decatur

3. Parker's on Ponce

4. Cafe Lily

5. Murphy's

6. TWO urban licks

7. La Tavola Trattoria

8. Beetlecat

9. Longleaf Restaurant

10. Whiskey Bird

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