By George restaurant and bar - Atlanta (GA)

3 /5 Holly King: Upon arrival you are greeted by a nice young man with seasons greetings. Put us in the holiday spirit. With validation we paid around $5. Great since it is in the city. We ordered the French toast with peaches, which leaned more toward slices of wonder bread with only a hint of peach flavor. The standout was the single-serve real Vermont maple syrup, which definitely helped. I had tea, and it felt worth the price — it was loose leaf, not bagged, and generous enough to serve more than one person. My mom ordered eggs with potatoes and bacon and really enjoyed it; everything was cooked exactly to her liking. My husband had the vegetable omelette with potatoes. It was fine, but the overall experience felt very corporate and somewhat overpriced — not surprising given the location and the fact that not much is open on Christmas morning. Service started off strong. Our original server was wonderful but had to leave for Christmas Mass, which was completely understandable. Unfortunately, the gentleman who took over never checked on our table. My mom eventually waved to another server (which I hate doing), and I was close to getting up myself to ask for help. Thankfully, the server who stepped in was exceptionally kind and attentive, which helped recover the moment. Overall, the staff was pleasant and the room nicely decorated, but the food and service were uneven for the price.

4 /5 Konstantinos Rizakos: Fabulous looking restaurant inside a historic building. We had our Thanksgiving meal here - the food was very good, although not five stars for the price. It was well cooked and the portions were ok, but it wasn’t worth the $100 per person we paid (incl a bottle of wine and tips). The service was amateur (wine spilled from the bottle, forgot who had ordered what, took forever) but friendly. Perhaps it was a different crew for the holiday. I would recommend the skirt steak and the rigatoni (the mix of meats for the ragu was exceptional). Would not recommend the desserts (they were big but bland, quantity over quality).

5 /5 Shakay Agasarkisian: Deonna was an absolutely fantastic server and Elida is such a delight! I had a wonderful time with my family and will be back! Thank you for the perfect night! James the supervisor also checked on us several times. White glove service all around.

5 /5 BigBreezoe: Located inside the historic Candler Hotel, this restaurant blends old-world charm with a lively city vibe. From the dining room, you get a front-row view of downtown life—horseback riders, street performers, and passersby keep the energy buzzing just outside the windows. I started with the Candler Salad, and it was a standout. The crisp greens, candied walnuts, and juicy pear slices made it fresh and flavorful without feeling heavy. For my main, I went with the pan-seared salmon, cooked perfectly with a crisp skin and tender center. Pairing it with a version of the salad made the meal feel light but satisfying. The real surprise was dessert: the carrot cake. Dense, moist, and not overly sweet, it struck the perfect balance. If I had to nitpick, the texture was slightly uneven—but honestly, it was still one of the best I’ve had. Service was excellent—attentive without being overbearing—and the atmosphere makes the whole experience feel special. Overall, this is a spot where history, flavor, and great service all come together. Highly recommend for anyone looking for a memorable meal in the city.

5 /5 Joy B: What a fantastic experience! If you have to wait for a table, there is a super comfortable waiting area in this lavish hotel, with seriously the most comfortable lounge chair I have experienced in my life! The front of the house staff was super cordial, took my phone number, and I was called/seated within the stated amount of wait time. Rodney was my server; he had great food suggestions, gave prompt service, and was overall delightful with a beautiful smile! It was a Thursday morning, and I chose the shrimp and grits. All I have to say is OMG…. The bed of grits were silly smooth, dripping with a decadent creole cream sauce. Atop the grits: Heirloom cherry tomatoes that literally melted in my mouth while they were bursting with flavor, alongside Andouille sausage with just the right level of heat and spice…. The co-star of the dish (along with the grits) were three Jumbo Shrimp, intentionally plated, and cooked so perfectly they exploded in my mouth with the first bite, full of juicy and succulent flavor! Needless to say, it was a fantastic breakfast, and the best shrimp and grits I’ve ever had in the south!