La Grotta - Atlanta

I grow up in Sweden where Italian food and restaurants are at the highest standards. A lot of Italians migrated to Sweden years back and they brought with them their food culture and passion for life. I got to try this restaurant that has been on my list for while. For me it was amazing and super friendly server. Which is the door to everything. How you are welcomed and treated always matter to me. I would for sure recommend Sacchetti formaggio e tartufi neri was amazing.And I am sure going back for it. After coming from New Orleans and trying their mussels it wasn?t the same. But that?s me comparing New Orleans mussels with ATL. You try it and let me know. I also tried Veal Grotta which was delicious. Forsure to try it again Pappardelle with lobster, amazing delicious and for the dessert Tiramisu just melted in my mouth. Cheers, BN

La Grotta is a lovely, elegant restaurant with incredible food, a fantastic wine list and wonderful staff. I used to routinely dine here when I lived in Atlanta 10 years ago. I was very pleased that it was just as amazing as I remembered. The restaurant has a lovely patio where you can relax and enjoy the food and wine. I highly recommend La Grotta!

I wish I could give more stars! La Grotta is my favorite special occasion restaurant in Atlanta. It's unique in it's location. It's easy to miss. It's on the bottom floor, basement level of a small condo building in Buckhead. It's been around for over 40 years and is consistently rated a top Atlanta restaurant every year. The courtyard has beautiful trees, flowers, and lights. There are also heaters for cooler weather. The food! Outstanding! I would recommend askingspecifically for Bulent as serverwhen you make reservation and don't even bother looking at the menu. Just ask him what you should order. Service is impeccable. Go for the tuna carpaccio to start, either mushroom risotta or sacchetti (orboth) for entrée. You can order both in half portion. But don't forget to add truffles. Melt in your mouth amazing! If you don't want pasta, hands down go for the bone in veal. The creme brulee is perfection, as is the espresso martini.Aperol Spritz or Negroni are great Italian options to have before dinner arrives. For dinner, ask for a wine pairing. You can't go wrong. This place is more than just dinner. It's an experience.

Excellent first visit for my wife and I, this extremely hard to get reservation. service was excellent, excellent seating and atmosphere. fair prices and very good food served hot and on time. we will be coming back

We enjoyed our evening absolutely! eating was some of the best we had in one, simple, but high quality and delicious! the service was impeccable and the atmosphere was a total mood! it feels like an underground evening meal. we will definitely come back!