Review of FUEGO Spanish Grill

FUEGO Spanish Grill
1136 Crescent Ave.
Atlanta, Georgia 30309
(In Midtown off of Peachtree)
Phone: 404.389.0660
Fax: 404.389.0662
Email: connie@fuegocafe.com
www.fuegocafe.com





Erinn Lowe and her husband, Mike, dined at Fuego on 8/4/2007.



What did you order? How was your food?

Several tapas dishes including fried grouper, empanadas, grilled shrimp and vegetables. We split everything. Very tasty!


Describe your impressions of the service. Was anything exceptionally good (or bad) about the quality of service you received?


Everything was very good. they have wonderful complimentary bread served with an excellent olive tapenade.

What do you think of the décor and atmosphere?

It is very romantic with candlelight, but lively. They also have live Spanish music.


Do you consider this a good value for the money you spent? If no, why not?

Yes. You can mix and match dishes, and most tapas range from 4 to 8 dollars.


This restaurant is best for

• Good food
• Romantic

Summary:

Very fun restaurant with great food. It can be romantic, or just an enjoyable evening out with friends.

Review of Top Floor (TOP FLR)

Top Floor in Midtown
674 Myrtle St.
(Intersection of Ponce de Leon & Myrtle St.)
Atlanta, GA 30308
404-685-3110









Becca and Kristy dined at Top Floor on 8/3/2007.

What did you order? How was your food?

Kristy and I ordered Stella Artois to drink. We started our meal with an Artisan Cheese Plate. It was served on an attractive, modern dish presented at an angle. The cheese plate was delicious and included an exquisite, airy blue cheese; shallots; a mild layered-goat cheese; peppercorn relish; and a French cow's milk cheese that resembled cheddar. Kristy thought the peppercorns were an acquired taste, but loved everything else.

For our entrees and sides, I had Hanger Steak with Potato Gnocchi. My steak was tender and cooked perfectly, garnished with a sprig of thyme. The gnocchi was scrumptious! I am a comfort food fan, so the buttery but complex flavor of the gnocchi and cherry tomatoes was just what I wanted with the steak.

Kristy ordered Grilled Salmon with Asparagus and Tomatoes. She said it was cooked to perfection. The salmon was topped with olives, onions, and capers. She detected a light basil taste as well, and overall found the entire dish to have a fascinating mix of flavors.

Top Floor's dessert menu is a lot of fun. There is a truffle list, filled with interesting choices, and a nightly chocolate dessert menu. The Chef de Patisserie, Taria, creates these delights. Kristy tried the Boca Negra, a flourless chocolate cake served with tobacco-infused ice cream, and I had the Raspberry Mud Cake.

My dessert was very tasty. It came with a scoop of chocolate ice cream and a generous portion of sauce. Kristy's flourless chocolate cake was the crowning moment of the evening, though. Our hats off to Chef Taria for her perfect dessert! Kristy was so enthralled that she exclaimed, "I cheated on my fiance with this cake!"

Describe your impressions of the service. Was anything exceptionally good (or bad) about the quality of service you received?

Service was great. Everyone at Top Floor is friendly and attentive. The Chef de Patisserie and the owner checked on us to make sure we were enjoying everything.


What do you think of the decor and atmosphere?

Decor is trendy and chic. Menus and tables are cream with black-edging. Small candles dot the room and the windowsills. Gorgeous Asian-inspired murals adorn the walls, and one wall is black with a damask pattern straight out of Edgar Allen Poe. A pleasant atmosphere.


Was this a good value?

Yes, Top Floor serves cutting-edge cuisine at a reasonable price.



This restaurant is best for (Choose all that apply)


* Trendy
* Good food
* Outdoor
* Romantic
* Special occasion

Summary

Kristy: Amazing! 10/10

Becca: Lovely! 9.5/10 for cutting-edge cuisine.

Reviewed by Rebecca M.

Review of World Peace Cafe

World Peace Cafe
227 Sandy Springs Pl., NE
Suite 302
Sandy Springs, GA 30328
404-256-2100
http://www.worldpeacecafeatlanta.com/

Becca M. ate lunch here on 7/28/2007.

What did you order? How was your food?

Let me start by saying that this was my second experience at a vegetarian restaurant (the first was The Soul Vegetarian- very good). There are many vegan options, as well as ovo-lacto options. The Cafe also hosts inspiring discussion events and brunches. See their website for info.

I had the Grilled Polenta Cake with Eggplant Caponata and a side salad with creamy lemon dressing. I washed it down with a Guayaki Yerba Mate organic tea, Empower Mint flavor.

I definitely enjoyed my entree and salad. The polenta was tasty - I love anything made from corn, and the dressing was tangy and mild. The caponata topping was delicious; it contains eggplant, pistachios, olives, capers, and raisins. The bottled tea was expensive, but had a unique, minty flavor. If it also improves my vitality, clarity, and well-being as the label says, then it was worth it. I would like to try some of their other menu items next time I go.


Describe your impressions of the service. Was anything exceptionally good (or bad) about the quality of service you received? What do you think of the decor and atmosphere?

Service was good. I ordered at the counter and was given a metal stand with a pretty flower card at the top with a number on it. In a few minutes, a very nice, informative gentleman brought me my meal. I asked him several questions, and was surprised to hear that this location is the only U.S. location. There are also locations in Hong Kong and Vienna!

The decor is very cute. Large red and white paper lanterns move gracefully in the breeze above you, and the atmosphere is cheerful and peaceful.


This restaurant is best for...


Good Food, Quick Bite, Family Friendly

8/10 for a vegetarian, peaceful lunch.

Review of Williamson Bros. Bar-B-Q

Williamson Bros. Bar-B-Q
1600 Marietta Hwy.
Canton, GA 30114
770-345-9067
(The other location is near the Big Chicken in Marietta)
http://www.realpagessites.com/williamsonbros/index.html

Chris R. ate lunch here with eight other guests on 6/15/2007.

What did you order? How was your food?

BBQ Pork Platter -- Incredible! I've been on a BBQ tear lately, trying just about every place I can find in Metro Atlanta, and for Pork BBQ, Williamson Bros. is the current leader. I've still got a few more places to try, then I will get back to you with my list.

Do you consider this a good value?

Yes.

This restaurant is best for...

Good food - 10

SERIOUSLY GOOD BARBEQUE!

Review of Lobster Bar at Chops

Lobster Bar at Chops
70 West Paces Ferry Rd.
Atlanta, GA 30305
404-262-2675
www.buckheadrestaurants.com/chops.html

Erinn Lowe went to Lobster Bar at Chops with her husband, mother-in-law, father-in-law, and assistant on 7/18/2007. Chops is located on West Paces Ferry in Buckhead.

What did you order? How was your food?

Filet mignon. It was excellent.

What did your companions order? How was their food?

Filet mignon, excellent as well.

Describe your impressions of the service. Was anything exceptionally good (or bad) about the quality of service you received? What do you think of the decor and atmosphere?

Everthing at Lobster Bar was exceptional; servers were very attentive, the decor was gorgeous. Overall, this was a good value for the price.

This restaurant is best for (Choose all that apply)

• Good food • Quick bite • Family-friendly

• Outdoor • Romantic • Special occasion

Review of Doc Green's

Doc Green's - Salads & Grill
Perimeter Location
4511 Olde Perimeter Way, Ste. 800
Atlanta, GA 30346
http://www.docgreens.com/

Reviewed by S. S.

What did you order? How was your food?
What did your companions order? How was their food?


I had the California Chicken Panini. Very good, lots of flavor.

I also had a side salad with a vinaigrette dressing. The salad was not the best. It could have been colder and the lettuce didn’t seem very fresh. They could have left some of the cucumbers off as well. It was soaked in dressing.

Friend had a salad with steak and they said it was very good.













On a scale of 1 to 10 (with 1 being the worst and 10 being the best), how would you rate this restaurant compared to the other restaurants you visit on a regular basis.

7/10


This restaurant is best for -

• Quick Bite


Summary:

Overall, it was a good meal and I enjoyed sitting out on the patio. There was ample opportunity for people-watching.

Review of Smokey Bones Barbeque & Grill

Smokey Bones
Barbeque & Grill
Kennesaw Location
2475 George Busbee Pkwy.
Kennesaw, GA 30144








Our reviewer visited Smokey Bones with three other guests on July 19, 2007.

What did you order? How was your food?

All ordered the pulled pork BBQ plate, various side items including french fries, asparagus, onion rings. Child's order included grilled cheese and cinnamon apples.

The BBQ is delicious and the serving is plentiful! I only finished 1/2 my order and took the remainder home for lunch tomorrow. The onion rings taste like they are cooked in a beer batter and they are first rate. Even the children's grilled cheese was better than you would make at home. Try mixing the bbq sauces at the table (sweet and tangy mustard).


Describe your impressions of the service. Was anything exceptionally good (or bad) about the quality of service you received? What do you think of the décor and atmosphere?

We had excellent service. Young college-age server, referred to us as "friends", very cheerful, made us smile.

The decor at Smokey Bones is like a Colorado ski lodge...large wooden columns, fire pit when you walk in, and it also serves as a semi-sports bar with lots of TVs and a box on your table to control station/volume.

Smokey Bones is great for family meals and good food quality.